What are the good features of a handout?
It is specific and concise.
It highlights the important ideas and concepts about a certain topic.
It is organized for the convenience of the students.
Which of these features are present in the handout I made?
All of the features that I mentioned above are present on the handout I made. All the important details of the pieces of information that I included are carefully selected and laid out in organized manner.
Which features are not present in the handout I made?
All of the features that I actually cited above have manifested itself on the handout I made. In other words, I made an effective handout for those who will be using it. MY REFLECTIONS
Which difficulties, if any, did you encounter in making the handouts? How did you overcome them?
Making handouts for the lesson that you will be discussing is not an easy task. You have to consider the availability of the resources and time as well. Good thing if you have the books, the internet and other references. But what if it’s the other way around, it’s another different story. Remember that handouts are more detailed compared to what the teacher is showing in his/her slide presentation. It is not just a mere set of words arranged in an organized manner. It is more of a detailed, thoroughly constructed, comprehensive sets of concepts and ideas sequenced together to guide the students during class discussions.
What tips can you give teachers regarding preparation of handouts?
The following are simple tips in preparing effective handouts:
The teacher should always make sure that he/she has plenty of resources around for his/her handouts. Good thing if he/she have the books, the internet and other references. But what if it’s the other way around, it’s another different story. Remember that handouts are more detailed compared to what they are showing in their slide presentations. It is not just a mere set of words arranged in an organized manner. It is more of a