There are dozens of teaching methods that a teacher might use, but instead of emphasizing their differences, I want to focus on what they have in common. These are practices that all teaching methods value. Used correctly, they are universal components of effective teaching. I can think of three such practices: using formative assessments, providing examples of concepts, and giving students feedback. No teaching method I’m aware of claims that any of these activities hurts learning or is not part of good teaching practice.
