The teacher is supposed to furnish the student with all the required information. Why do I need a textbook then?
2006-12-31 19:20:26 · 9 answers · asked by Leonard K 1 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
I'm don't know where you get the idea that a teacher is to "furnish the student with all the required information". In my nearly fifty years of life and twelve years of teaching I have never viewed my self as the purveyor of all required information. Text books should be used in nearly all classes but it should be done with care. Books tend to become dated quickly so it is important that students understand their limitations. Text books can provide an excellent source for research. For me, as a Math, Social Studies and English teacher in a middle school, text books provide valuable practice in reading while providing background information which students can use as they are taught through other methods such as lectures, film and discussion. The teacher is a crucial part of the process, no doubt. I see myself as a facilitator some days as I try to guide my kids towards the concepts that I am trying to teach. Reading - Writing - Speaking. These are the pillars of learning and text books should be part of it.
2007-01-01 07:07:07 · answer #1 · answered by kennyj 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Once you answer the question "What is the purpose of reading?" you will surely know the answer. As a teacher I have often "furnished the students with the required information" in the form of a single photocopy. Guess what happened in the next classes one week later? Many of the students forgot to bring "the required information" I "furnished." At least with a textbook they know they have to bring it to every class.
2007-01-01 05:01:35 · answer #2 · answered by WMD 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Your assumption that teachers are "supposed to" or even capable of "furnishing students with all of the required information" if fundementaly flawed. If you do not wish to learn then dont buy or read your textbooks. If you do wish to learn I provided a valuable link for you below!
2007-01-03 14:26:04 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The purpose of the textbook is for the students to understand what the instructor is lecturing about. It also gives the student better understanding on the concepts held for that course. Students need to relate to experience and reading in order to grasp the material.
2007-01-01 14:32:11 · answer #4 · answered by Theresa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Students can't be expected to memorize everything a teacher presents to them the first time. Some people like to take notes in them. I don't. I'd rather have the book in .pdf format. It makes them smaller, lighter, and easier to search for information in.
2007-01-01 03:28:36 · answer #5 · answered by Glenn 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
1. easiest reference for students and teachers alike.
2. A tool to study for exams
3. A tool when the student is absent and therefore able to catch up with whatever he missed.
2007-01-01 03:25:50 · answer #6 · answered by happylight 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Teachers can only do so much by themselves, given the limited time they have to work with you. Textbooks provide definitions, theorems, examples, proofs and exercises in one place. It can be an invaluable resource for learning.
2007-01-01 03:25:09 · answer #7 · answered by bictor717 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A visual for students so the student can have something to follow while the teacher explains. It helps me anyways..
2007-01-01 03:22:12 · answer #8 · answered by Trublood 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
some kids do better if the teachers tell them whats going on. some kids, like me can just get the book and get started on it. its all part of the no child left behind act.
2007-01-01 03:28:45 · answer #9 · answered by Tenten 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋