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Lesson 2.3: THE ASSURE Model
Lesson Summary
A well-planned lesson is half of the battle won; the other half is the
delivery of the lesson by the facilitator who has the pedagogical skills in
implementing what has been planned. This will ensure the achievement of
learning outcomes. This will engage learners to perform expected standards.
That is why, it is important that before teaching, elements needed to be
incorporated when designing a plan have to be plotted well.
Learning Outcomes
1. Identify learning theories and principles applied in the use and design
of learning lessons with Technology
2. Apply the ASSURE Model in crafting a lesson
Motivation Question
Why is it essential to incorporate a strategy of teaching when designing a
plan?
Discussion
In designing a lesson with the integration of Technology, it is crucial to
Figure 1. THE ASSURE Model
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observe a framework that can act as a guide in its formulation (Heinrich &
Smaldino, 2002). The ASSURE model identifies six essential elements in the
instructional process.
The ASSURE Model
ASSURE Model is a guide in crafting an instructional flow that can
guide the teacher in integrating appropriate Technology and media into the
instructional process. It also refers to a systemic approach that the teacher
can use when writing an instructional plan.
This Model is composed of six essential steps in planning instruction.
Theoretically, it is a mental framework that a teacher considers.
The first step of the procedure is to Analyze Learners.
With the learner as the center of the instructional process, the initial
consideration is to get a clear picture of the learners’ learning styles, age
level, interests or preferences, background, special needs, and cultural
diversity.
The second step of the procedure is State Objectives.
This is the primary instruction guide that will direct the flow to reach
the target. Known as the learning outcome expected of the lesson, this
statement describes what the learner would be able to perform as a result of
the instruction.
The fourth step is to Utilize Methods, Media, and Materials.
Having selected the strategy, media, and materials are half of the task
done. Planning how to implement these entails much consideration. Bearing
in mind the learning outcome of the lesson, the teacher decides which part of
the instructional flow will a particular material or Technology be employed
and the manner on how it will be more useful to achieve the learning
outcomes.
The fifth step is to Require Learner Participation.
Student engagement is an essential element. The learners have to be
made to understand their role in taking account of their Learning. Therefore,
the teacher has to design sections of the lesson where the learners are
guided to participate in and perform tasks with minimal or no supervision at
all.
The sixth and the last element is to Evaluate Student Performance.
Assessing learners’ performance can take place across phases of the
lesson. However, it is emphasized that the basic rule is that the evaluation
should be congruent with the learning outcome provided in the lesson. Some
learning outcomes can be sufficiently evaluated using a pen and paper test,
there are other learning outcomes that can be assessed by using a rubric or
having an aggregated write-up through the use of a portfolio assessment. The
teacher decides which is appropriate for the intention of the evaluative
activity.
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In conclusion, the ASSURE process is just a matter of common sense.
However, it is good to follow a regimented guide to improve your teaching
technique. Any competent teacher knows that the perfection of their
technique does not come overnight, and there is always room for
improvement. By following the ASSURE process, you will be sure to improve
your teaching for many years.
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