Lesson 3 The Didactical Relationship Model by Hiim & Hippe

Figure  The Didactical Relationship Model by Hiim & Hippe, (2012).

The didactic relational model is about the relationship between six elements presented in the figure above. The six main points that are interrelated has impact on each other. This means that one effect will have an impact on several key points. In this project, I will describe and analyze briefly, my teaching planning by using all six points. This example is used from my previous job.

1Learning conditions

In this point, the focus will be on students. The students have different backgrounds, believes, experiences and interest. 

2  Settings

In this point, the external conditions for learning and teaching are taking into account.  The teaching will be in the classroom mainly. During their placement the contact will be online via skype, facebook.

3   Goals

. It is important that both the teacher and students know the learning goals of the course. According to Hiim and Hippe (1998), learning goals are what the teacher wants students to be able to achieve. The students must know what they should be able to do by the end of the course.

4Content

The materials that are used during the course are determined by curriculum and goals. In this case, the teacher together with students will choose materials that should be used during the lessons. By choosing the content and the materials, besides knowing the goals it is important to know the students also. Are they able to work alone on a giving task? Can they read and understand scientific text in English? How much do they already know about the topic?

   Learning process

The next point that I found relevant in my teaching - planning is the learning process. In order to help the students in achieving all goals, it is important to choose the right teaching methods. 

1  Assessment

During the course, it is essential to assess the students learning process. This way I will get a feedback if my teaching planning  was successful or not. Additionally, reflection on teaching is crucial in order to correct and improve the process .   There are many ways to assess what a student has learned during the course.