This PPT prepared by Teacher Educator from Thiagarajar College of Preceptors Madurai for B.Ed Trainees.

1. Skill of explaining
S. Anbalagan,
Assistant Professor of Mathematics
Thiagarajar College of Preceptors,
Madurai

2. Skill of explaining

3. Skill of explaining

4. Components
1.Beginning statement
2.Clarity
3.Fluency
4.Use of link words
5.Planned repetition
6.Stimulating questions
7.Concluding statement

5. 1. Gaining Attention
2. Arousing interest
3. Today we are going to
derive /discuss/ describe
Beginning statement

6. Clarity
State concepts clearly
Define new terms and concepts; use
simple language, maintain logical
sequence.
Use suitable examples and illustration
Voice modulation to emphasis
Develop the explanation from:
Known to unknown. Examples to rule.

7. Fluency
 Use simple language
 easy flow of ideas
 use appropriate vocabulary

8. Use of link words
Use linking words and
phrases.
Example : therefore,
similarly, that is, since, that
is why, because, in order to,
hence … etc.

9. Planned repetition
Planned repetition
Provide summaries to refocus attention
Deliberately repeat some important
concepts or points.

10. Stimulating questions
Check the understanding by
questioning.
Stimulate and channelise the
students thinking by thought
provoking questions like how,
why type.