Demonstration


 * Demonstration**

Demonstration involves modelling a process, showing how something works, or providing an example. Demonstrations give concrete examples of a concept that needs to be learned, a strategy that needs to be practised, or knowledge that needs to be acquired. Materials and context are prepared ahead of time. Demonstrations should be manageable, informative, and applicable to the developmental stage of the student; they should be repeated to strengthen the impact. Demonstrations respond to the needs of visual learners (if the teacher models) or kinetic learners (if the student models) and promote the development of observation skills. There is a link between demonstration and further learning, as students engage in questions and practices that confirm and ensure their understanding.
 * Description**

The teacher: • engages students through modelling; • prepares materials ahead of time; • confirms and ensures student understanding; • provides a link between demonstration and further learning.
 * Method**

Demonstrations: • require a setting that allows visual access for all students; • should be supported with hands-on and student participation lessons; • require teacher awareness of safety issues (e.g., use of chemicals, flame, sports equipment).
 * Considerations**


 * Illustrations From The Mathematics Classroom**

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 * Elementary**

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 * Secondary**