Subject-specific considerations

Each subject has its own special set of considerations which influence the teacher's choice of objectives, instructional materials and techniques and, in general, the design of the lesson or unit he/she is planning. Too numerous to mention in isolation, this chapter attempts to present, with examples and references, subject-specific considerations in the context of other aspects of the educational process. Within each section the teacher will find scattered references to teaching English, mathematics or the sciences. It is assumed that the teacher will be responsible for identifying and considering the special needs for a their particular subject when implementing any of the recommendations presented in this chapter.

This is an appropriate time to present the educational process puzzle as it has so far been completed. Thus far the teacher has succeeded in wading through the most theoretical of the puzzle topics which provide a general understanding of the educational process that is often beyond the control of the individual teacher.

Puzzle 4

The remainder of the puzzle addresses the specific skills needed to successfully design, implement, manage and evaluate classroom activities. The first of these is the writing of clear and concise instructional objectives.