______ is a teacher-centered approach characterized by clarity. structure, and systematic presentation of content. Its especially useful for introducing _____ and _____
Direct instruction
foundational knowledge and complex procedures
This Begins with general concepts followed by specific examples and
Motivates students by previewing lesson obiectives and real-life applications
Deductive Teaching / Anticipatory Set
Example: Introduce the concept of bacterial morpholoav. then observe Gram-stained slides
Deductive Teaching / Anticipatory Set
Focuses on rule or concept presentation followed by practice and Reinforces cognitive learning and logical reasoning
Deduction / Explanatory Deduction
Sample Activity: Teaching blood grouping rules before performing ABO typing
Deduction / Explanatory Deduction
Teacher demonstrates procedures or phenomena:
Uses visual aids and step-by-step modeling
Showing Method
This is Structured delivery of information with interactive Q&A and it Encourages student participation through guided questions
Lecture-Discussion / Expository Method
Combines explanation with performance and Used frequently in laboratory procedures
Demonstration Strategy
Example: Demonstrate preparation of a perpheral blood smear
Demonstration Strategy
______ is a learner-centered approach that emphasizes inquiry, exploration, and student autonomy. It fosters higher-order thinking and long-term retention.
Indirect instruction
Starts with specific observations and leads to general conclusions
Encourages discovery and pattern recognition
Inductive Teaching Strategies
Example: Students analyze unknown test results to determine diagnostic patterns
Inductive Teaching Strategies
Students investigate problems and propose solutions through research and experimentation. It promotes scientific inquiry and reasoning.
Inquiry Approach
Involves experimentation and observation in a lab setting
Develops technical competence and scientitic method application
Laboratory / Investigative Method
Sample Activity: Students conduct water analysis and interpret microbiological data.
Laboratory / Investigative Method
Involves diagnosing and resolving real-world problems
Encourages creativity, decision-making, and collaboration
Problem Solving Method
Example: Case study on laboratory errors and troubleshooting
Problem Solving Method
Students undertake extended projects integrating multiple skills
Encourages autonomy, accountability. and synthesis of knowledge
Project Method
Sample Project: Designing a mini- lab safety orientation manual
Project Method
Focused on solving open-ended problems with minimal quidance
Supports clinical reasoning and lifelong learning
Problem-Based instruction
Learners build knowledae through experience and reflection
Promotes ownership of learning and integration with prior knowledge
Constructivist Models
Involves self-assessment and critical thinking about one’s teaching practice
Improves teaching effectiveness and learner outcomes
Reflective Teaching
ActivIty: Maintain a teaching journal and reflect on each sessions impact
Reflective Teaching
• Involves students working in small groups to achieve shared goals
Builds interpersonal skills and mutual responsibility
Cooperative Learning Strategy