This lab presented a good opportunity to do something fun, and I wanted
to make sure I took advantage of it. I was hoping to actually teach my
students something rather then give them a "cliff-hanger" lesson so to
speak. Although I got some good feedback, there are definitely things
that I can improve and practice.
I wanted to teach them about two things: emulsion and coagulation. I
demonstrated these things in front of them, but once I started making
the different items I kind of just got in the zone and forgot to say
what I wanted to -- similar to my first lab only without the distraction
of food. I think next time I will have a script of sorts so that I can
remember to touch on key points.
On a positive notes, I had the sleepy student and chatty student during
my presentation. Fortunately for me, they didn't sleep or talk. They
told me that they were legitimately interested in what I was doing
despite my lack of thoroughness. They were ENGAGED, and above all (for
me), they enjoyed the food.
I think a significant take home point for me is organization. Have the
key points I want to address listed in plain sight, and make sure to not
lose momentum during my lesson from having to tend to each item. Sank
made a good point that I should have the students run the
demonstrations. This is something I will definitely do next time. Can't
wait for Wednesday.
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