Introducing yourself and allowing the students to introduce themselves can ease the anxiety they may have with starting a new class.
As much as people don't like icebreakers, finding get-to-know-you activities that are unique and engaging can make a big difference in student comfort and success.
How should the students feel as they leave the first class?
The students need to have a sense of comfort about their ability to succeed in the course and about continued progress toward their career goals.
I like the thought of getting to know each other. I think that makes us as instructors more approachable, and in turn gives us insight to the new students.
That it helps to be human as well as an instructor so students can relate more to the content you are delivering to them, as its presented through a human being itself.
It’s important for instructors to get to know their students as much as possible to gain a better understanding of they learn.
Meeting students for the first time can be intimidating for both parties. By employing strategies that make you human and approachable set the stage for collaborative learning environment. This allows the student to 'buy in' to the information presented and accept the knowledge as an integral part of their career goals.
It's important to introduce yourself, and your background in the class so students know what to expect. Also getting to know the students as well.
Always take your time and acknowledge you students name by name. They are important.
It is always important to learn the names of all students and greet them accordingly. Always be ready and prepared for class because it sets a standard for the class and expectations.
get familiar with students and their names as well as classroom expectations
This module reiterated the importance of introduction and first impressions. The first day is my favorite. The awkward curiosity that each student holds. I have my students do an introduction of themselves and their relationship with the subject matter we are going to be covering. I then use the first 5-10 minutes of each class to allow students to reintroduce their connect the previous weeks lessons through discussion of application.
It's important to introduce yourself to the class so they can see that you are human, and it gives them a better feeling of relation and comfort.
Introduce yourself, let your students introduce themself.
hand out the syllabus and explain the objectives and what do you expect from your students.
This module emphasized the significance of first impressions, introductions, clear communication, and empowering students. I will incorporate this into practice by developing clear and complete plans prior to first class meeting times through the syllabus and other activities.
The video re: student assumptions was interesting.
I'm excited for another new day tomorrow!
Using someone's name has value, so put effort into learning them. A good way to do this is have the students sit in the same seats for the first few class sessions. This makes learning names easier.
Don't rush the first day because that sets the tone for the rest of the course.
Prepare activities for students to work together and get to know each other.
I love the idea of giving the students some background and sharing thoughts about each other, this will lead to more open communication and build trust.
I learned that the use of a pretest can actually help students. They used to give me anxiety as a student, so if I use this tool, I will make sure to present it to reduce anxiety.
