Three Styles Of Teaching, Direct, Interactive, And Physical Education

In education, there are three styles of teaching. These styles are direct, interactive, and indirect. These styles can be used while teaching any subject, including Physical Education, and can all be extremely effective if used appropriately. There are some key differences in these styles and each of them has their own strengths and weaknesses. In order to best fit the lesson, these styles can also be used in combination with each other. In order for students to get the most out of the lesson, it is important that the teacher knows what style they will be using and why they are using it. This is so that they know their role during the activity or class. The teaching style should be included in the written lesson plan so that others can look …show more content…
This makes it ideal for classes like history where you can look for patterns in history, or English class where you can analyze a character from a novel. Indirect teaching can be used in every subject if used correctly. Indirect teaching is great at improving students’ abilities to problem solve, work together, and think creatively. It also allows students to work at their own pace and arrive at a solution using their personal strengths. Although it is great in these aspects, it does have its flaws. The main flaw in this teaching style stems from the lack of teacher guidance and assistance. The style largely relies on the students to be independent thinkers and to be self guiding. Because of this, some students will fall behind, feel lost, or rely too heavily on others. This can be limited by making sure that the challenge at hand fits the abilities of the students and also by giving exceptional …show more content…
Direct teaching in physical education is a crucial step to the beginning of a new sport as well as the beginning of every class. At the beginning of a new sport “Season” in physical education students must be shown the proper forms for the activities they will be expected to do. If it is basketball they need to be shown how to properly shoot, receive, and pass a ball. The instructor must stand there and give them an example and walk them through. Direct teaching in physical education is also necessary when giving rules and safety information. Safety reminders should be given in a direct style and should be given at the beginning of every