Interactive Modeling is a process for teaching children any routine, or procedure that you want them to do in a specific way (whether for safety, efficiency, or other reasons). Interactive Modeling can be used by any adult anywhere - in school or at home.
The process begins with children learning exactly why the skill, routine, or procedure is important to the safe, smooth functioning of their classroom or their home. After the teacher or parent models the way they expect the routine to be performed, the children are asked what they noticed about the adult’s modeling (rather than being told what to notice). Next they watch a few other people model the routine or procedure. Last they practice the routine or procedure and receive immediate feedback and coaching while they practice.
With Interactive Modeling, children create a clear understanding of what is expected of them. They do the noticing themselves, which helps them internalize the parts of the routine that are important. In addition, they get immediate practice so they are able to implement the correct way to perform the procedure or skill being taught right away.
The process begins with children learning exactly why the skill, routine, or procedure is important to the safe, smooth functioning of their classroom or their home. After the teacher or parent models the way they expect the routine to be performed, the children are asked what they noticed about the adult’s modeling (rather than being told what to notice). Next they watch a few other people model the routine or procedure. Last they practice the routine or procedure and receive immediate feedback and coaching while they practice.
With Interactive Modeling, children create a clear understanding of what is expected of them. They do the noticing themselves, which helps them internalize the parts of the routine that are important. In addition, they get immediate practice so they are able to implement the correct way to perform the procedure or skill being taught right away.