What?

Modelling is an activity where educators demonstrate a specific behaviour or skill for students to observe and imitate. Modelling serves as a powerful tool for teaching new behaviours, as it allows students to see a clear example of what is expected of them.

How?

Step 1. Demonstration. Select the behaviour or skill. Clearly demonstrate the desired behaviour or skill, breaking it down into manageable steps, and highlighting key features and strategies.

Step 2. Active observation. Encourage students to actively observe the demonstration, paying close attention to important aspects and asking questions to deepen their understanding.

Step 3. Practice and feedback. Provide students with opportunities to practice the behaviour or skill themselves, offering guidance, reinforcement, and constructive feedback to support their learning and improvement.

Why?

Benefits of modelling:

• increases self-efficacy

• promotes social learning and peer modelling

• offers demonstration

• encourages metacognitive learning

• reduces ambiguity

Theory Score:

Behaviourism ★★★★★

Cognitivism ★

Constructivism ★★

Social-Constructivism ★★

Connectivism ★