1. Introduction

The first element in the University of London's CAFE model is 'Content'. Content is the first step in the learning sequence, where we engage, present and explain to students. 

We will split this section into two different purposes: engaging students and then presenting and explaining information to them. 

Engaging students is about gaining their attention and stimulating their recall of prior learning. We'll show you some examples of how to do this on the next page.

Presenting and explaining information is the stage of the process that involves the more 'traditional' form of instruction where the teacher imparts information to the learner. Though this is the first stage of the learning sequence, it is not sufficient on its own to ensure that a deep and meaningful learning experience has taken place.  

This step involves identifying and developing suitable teaching content such as written material, videos or audio recordings.