As an instructor it is my job to stay current with the content that I am teaching to my students and to further my own education to better serve the student I teach. I also learned to practice professionalism and provide feedback and constructive criticism to aide my students in their professional development.
As someone new the instructing field, there were many good points addressed. I think I appreciated the modeling portion in that all we are and do should be a model as to what the students should be striving toward. In appearance and dress, behaviors, language, mannerisms, etiquettes, structure, all of that is teaching, whether they know it or not.
Also, the reminder of not to become their buddy, so as not to disrupt the instructor/student relationship dynamic that needs to be maintained, was something I needed to hear.
Being taken seriously as a professional means to be professional. If we want to develop the newest generation of our career, we need to model what we expect of them.
Three important roles of an instructor are model, manager, and motivator. Leading by example is key. It is important to be passionate about what you are teaching and display that with your words and actions. It is also important to show your students that you care about them as individuals. Students need support, encouragement, in addition to timely constructive feedback. Be their cheerleader along the way. Enjoy your work by inserting your personality. Be flexible and humble. Establishing rapport is just as important as the content you are teaching. Be prepared and ready to hit the ground running.
My biggest take away from this section is to practice continual learning. Whether that be in instructional methods, technology, or in your CTE field of expertise.
Be a professional who can lead by example and genuinely invest in progress and success of the students by incorporating 5 C's - Credible, Candid, Compassionate, Committed & Clear in their teaching style and methodology.
Lead by example and be prepared.
Classroom motivation starts with the instructor and reinforced by the students.
you are a mirror. look talk and act like a professional
I cannot reasonably expect my students to follow my guidance if I do not follow it myself.
I have learn that being ready and professional is a great start into teaching and instructing.
There are key components to provide students as an Instructor. Essential roles are modeling, manager, and motivator. Stay professional, whether that is your dress approach, communication and my style I will teach as the role model of the classroom.
Being an effective leader and mentor. Knowing your self, peers and students to better accomadate the environment and your teaching style
How to be a great instructor by modeling, managing and motivating students.
model, manage, motivate.....organize
I've learned to use past experiences in this particular field to enhance the students learning experience
Having good hygiene and coming to class in professional attire are two ways to show professionalism and that you are prepared. Arriving at least 15 minutes before students arrive and having everything prepared will signal to students that you are prepared and excited to teach.
Your students can be a mirror reflection of how you present yourself. If you are professional and respectful they will mirror that. If you are prepared they will mirror that. If you are excited and engaged they will mirror that!
That you are there to be a example and to display professionalism and support.
Help students see the progress they are making.
