THE RECITATION * has become a permanent fixture of the classroom situation. * Is the visible manifestation of the teaching-learning situation. * aids pupils in learning and clarifying abstract concepts and ideas.
* RATIONALE FOR THE RECITATION * The legitimate excuse for classroom meetings * Meet to discuss or plan, think, and learn together * Students and teacher can disagree civilly, and criticisms, especially the constructive ones, are evaluated, accepted or disregarded as the case maybe. * Becomes a living laboratory * Means of developing many skills, attitudes, abilities, and ideals.
* CURRENT CONCEPT * Current location for developing: -reflective thinking -creative expression -favorable attitudes -ideals for social living
* Matrix for the inculcation of democratic ideals; -respect for the human personality -cooperative effort -general welfare -group responsibility -the use of one’s intelligence
* PURPOSES OF RECITATION * Develop wholesome attitudes essential to effective social living * Provide practice in democratic ideals and processes * Provide problem-solving activities that will train pupils in reflective thinking and critical evaluation * Encourage freedom of expression and respect for the opinions of others * Wholesome discussion takes place and a kind of atmosphere where creative expression and resourcefulness among pupils develops
* HOW TO CONDUCT THE RECITATION
Should be; 1. well-planned. 2. purposive. 3. provide for active pupil participation and self-activity. 4. utilize lifelike situations 5. provide for individual differences 6. provide for evaluation
* CONDITIONS NECESSARY FOR AN EFFECTIVE RECITATION 1. Good environment 2. Mastery of the subject matter on the part of the teacher 3.