Learning names and making sure that the students see you as a human being as well as their instructor    

Preparation seems like it is key to success as an educator.  It helps both myself and the students in knowing what's to come and what is expected  

Leading by example be it with our soft and/or hard skills. As we are showing others how to behave in a professional setting.

This module on students with learning disabilities has reinforced what I have previously experienced in the middle school classroom.  A big challenge then was discovering the learning disability the student actually had and then putting accomodations and or modifications in place.  In the college classroom, the student is their own advocate and knows, for the most part, what has worked for them in previous classes.

I do agree that the accomodations used to assist students with learning disabilities can benefit most students in general.  For example - giving instructions orally and repeating them, have a few students tell you what… >>>

it is important to use a variety of teaching methods and be well balanced to have students consistenely engaged

Learn each students name, introduce myself and experience and tell a bit about myself, create a welcoming environment.

it is important to have a structured class, and be and stay prepared

To be a leader and motivator in the classroom, always stay professional and you can be a friend but not a pal to your students.

Safety is important and if the basic guidelines are not followed it can be the responsibility of the teacher if someone were to get injured. 

It makes me think about the way I assess. I have some reflection as part of the assessment process but it is more used as a communication tool for me to understand the student's process when using the tool. The largest part of the assessment is the actual project which is a physical build.