"A picture is worth 1000
words." When students are juggling new concepts, a graphic organizer
can be an excellent teaching aide.
Why do they work?
Random facts are quickly lost. However, the brain's ability
to store pictures is unlimited. And since the brain likes to chunk
information, the graphic organizer complements the way the brain
naturally works.
When do they work?
Graphic organizers will be beneficial to students whenever they
are given new information. They can
be used to sequence, brainstorm and orgainize. During reading
and listening students should be encouraged to graphically organize
new information.
How do they work?
The graphic organizers provided here are, for the most part, plain
in appearance. Allow students to create their own look to these
organizers whenever possible. The brain remembers more when personal
creativity has been invested in a project. |
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