Introduction to Interview as a Teaching Method Interviews are a powerful educational tool that engage students in active learning.
Benefits of Using Interviews in Teaching 1 Enhanced Engagement Interviews capture students' interest and provide a platform for active participation. 2 Real-World Relevance Interviews connect classroom learning to practical, applicable skills. 3 Personal Development Students develop communication, research, and interpersonal skills through interviewing.
Preparing for an Interview-Based Lesson Determine Objectives Clarify the purpose of the interviews and the desired learning outcomes. Curate Resources Prepare relevant materials, such as interview questions and supplementary content. Set Clear Guidelines E stablish expectations for both interviewers and interviewees and create a supportive environment.
Conducting an Interview-Based Lesson Engage Students Encourage students to actively participate in the interview process, fostering communication skills. Facilitate Discussions Guide meaningful conversations and ensure all students have an opportunity to participate. Evaluate Understanding Assess students' comprehension and critical thinking through their interview responses.
U sing three-step interview learning strategy For the three-step interview, students are grouped into small groups of three. Each member in the group assumes the role of interviewer, interviewee and reporter/note-taker; and each student should get an opportunity to play each role. To help explain the process, each student will be named as A, B and C. Steps Interviewer Interviewee Reporter Step 1 Student A Student B Student C Step 2 Student C Student A Student B Step 3 Student B Student C Student A