One way is to use it as an ice - breaker at the start of a new semester. Teachers can show an empty jar and ask students what they think it represents in terms of their learning journey. It can make students more aware of their own eagerness and capacity to learn.
It can be applied by using the concept of the empty jar to design teaching methods. For example, teachers can structure their lessons as if they are filling the 'empty jars' of students' minds. Start with basic concepts (the first drops in the jar) and gradually build up more complex knowledge. This helps students better understand the learning process and how knowledge accumulates. Also, it can encourage students to keep their minds 'empty' of preconceived notions when approaching new topics, so they can fully absorb new information.
The moral could be about the importance of starting with an open mind, just like an empty jar can be filled with knowledge or new ideas. The teacher might use the empty jar to represent a student's mind at the beginning of the learning process.
We can apply it by making a to - do list and putting the most important tasks (rocks) first.
One way is to have students create their own 'reading plus graffiti story'. They first read a text, and then use graffiti - style art to illustrate or add to the story. This helps in developing both their reading comprehension and artistic skills. Also, teachers can use existing 'reading plus graffiti story' works to teach about different cultures, as graffiti often reflects the culture of the place it's from, and reading provides the context.
One way is through encouraging students to write alternative endings. For a given story, students can use their own ideas based on 'the reader writes the story' concept. They can rewrite the end according to how they think the story should conclude, which helps develop their creativity.
It can be used to teach life lessons. For instance, a story about a character overcoming bullying can be used to teach students about empathy and standing up for others.
They can be used as teaching materials. Teachers can share these stories with students to inspire them.
In daily life, the 'half empty half full story' can be used in relationships. If you have an argument with a friend and you think things are half bad (half empty), try to see the half good (half full) like the good memories and the potential to fix things. It helps us to be more positive and less judgmental.
One way is through vivid character descriptions. For example, when teaching about historical figures like Julius Caesar, describe his actions, ambitions and how he interacted with others in a story - like manner. This makes the figure more real and engaging for students.
Block based coding user stories can be applied in education in multiple ways. Firstly, it can be used as a teaching tool for beginners. Teachers can present a simple user story, like making a digital greeting card. Students then use block - based coding to bring that story to life. This not only teaches them coding but also enhances their creativity. Secondly, it can be used for group projects. Each group creates a user story for a project, like building a virtual museum tour. They then use block - based coding to implement it, which promotes teamwork and problem - solving skills.
In a story where the jar has some special significance, perhaps it holds memories or dreams. The moral could be about cherishing intangible things. The teacher could be the guide to help students understand the value of these non - physical elements, and the jar serves as a symbol of that.