Learning about theory in hairdressing
Questionnaire
- What do you like most about theory classes?
As a trainee teacher you have good knowledge on what we need to learn as a class and also individually. You also, teach clearly which makes the information easier to understand.
- What do you like least about theory classes?
Sometimes you’re unsure about what we have covered on.
- Can you describe what happened in a theory class you enjoyed?
I enjoyed how you would give real life examples on the subject that we are on and the fact that you do a variety of group work and individual work. Also, I enjoyed the fact that you have materials to show us to help us understand more in-depth about what you’re teaching us.
- Between teacher presentation of theory and student discussion, which one do you find to be more interesting? Which do you find to be more important for training to be a hairdresser?’
Interesting
I find that student discussion to be more interesting as you have the chance to here different views about a subject, which can help expand your understanding and knowledge. Also, it helps the teacher know whether their teaching is affective and everyone’s learning level.[unique_solution]
Important
I find that teacher presentation of theory to be important because as a teacher you have more knowledge and experience about the industry that the students are educating in so, it allows us to gaining learn as much information as we can.
- To what extent has theory contributed to your knowledge, skills, and personal development in hairdressing? Identify your answer by letter (X)
| No contribution | Little contribution | Moderate contribution | X | A Large contribution |
- How would you rate your engagement in?
Identify your answer by letter (X)
| Rating scale (1=strongly disagree, 2= disagree, 3= neutral 4=agree, 5=strongly agree) | |||||
| a. Theory classes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 X | 5 |
| b. Practical classes | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 X |
- How heavy/light do you find theory classes? Identify your answer by letter (X)
| Very light | Slightly light | Light X | Slightly heavy | heavy | Very heavy |
SECTION B
For this section, use the rating scale to mark one response that represents your view.
Identify your answer by letter (X)
| Learning concept | Rating scale (1=strongly disagree, 2= disagree, 3= neutral 4=agree, 5=strongly agree) | ||||
| I find theory hard to follow | 1 | 2 X | 3 | 4 | 5 |
| Theory is important for anyone wanting to work in hairdressing | 1 | 2 | 3 X | 4 | 5 |
| Theory has increased my understanding in the subject | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 X | 5 |
| I am actively involved in theory sessions | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 X | 5 |
| Theory makes the hairdressing course more difficult than it ought to be | 1 | 2 X | 3 | 4 | 5 |
SECTION C
If theory has to be taught, how could a teacher make it more
Interesting?
The teacher could make it more interesting by adding videos if doing a demonstration and how it is done on a daily basis. In addition, it can be more interesting by breaking down the information and not having it as a large bulk so that it can be easier to maintain but also, be more interesting quick and fun.