I know most of the time being able to understand what the student is saying and or wanting we as faculty can miss the mark. Because of the time we have we either only partially hear the concern of the student or we are judgmental when providing an answer to assist the student because we have heard these concerns and or complaints before. I have advised many students and one thing I would like to change is not being stereotypical of each situation that may appear to be the same. Each situation is different even if the tone of the conversation is the same. The circumstances surrounding the students needs are different and we should treat students and individuals not as a group. I have learned sometimes its not about resolving the issue, sometimes the students just want to be heard to relieve some stress and or anxiety. I know you have to be truthful and follow through with what ever the resolution is. Too many times have I seen faculty and administration promise something to students and does not follow through. Not good... not only does this leave the students in a state of increased anxiety and possibly anger but false hope is what is being delivered. Why? It does not have to be. I think by providing reachable and achievable goals with a plan on how to reach the end results would be the better option.
Distinguishing between external and internal challenges and distractions and issues is important. Good reminder to always be compassionate, listen, offer services, but direct back to the class.
I think it is great to dicuss with students what they would like to get out of the course as far as goals. Also understanding that the course may be diverse, but that shouldn't chage the learnibg process for anyone.
I have learned that it is important to learn why your students are taking the course.
I have learned that different ages will have their own insecurities when it comes to learning. Being patient, understanding and ready to teach will help those who feel a certain way.
In a classroom situation with a mixture of students, it is helpful to put different age groups in groups together. Much knowledge can be shared in that situation.
I have learned to not take anything or granted and to look beyond face value. It is important to listen and observe.
Students learn better when they are allowed to share their personal experiences.
This session reminded me of the importance of assessment, as a nurse this is standard protocol before forward progression. In the classroom/virtual setting utilization of preclass quiz to determine the amplitude class understanding from the assigned readings, concept activities and use simulations to guide personalized understanding in how to problem solve.
Understanding students' needs. Have a discussion with students on why they are taking the course.
I learned to relate topics to real-life situations. It will allow students to grasps concepts better and truly understand them.
Key will be to make students feel safe and to be heard.
Seth Soronnadi
I learned that it si good to; "Be a good listener but don't get sucked into the complaint with them. You are the instructor so you have to maintain your professional position."
I learned that I have to be more flexible in my approach and understanding of students. Everyone comes from different backgrounds and has different challanges, so a "cookie cutter" approach will not work all the time. You have to be adjust to every student based on his/her needs and past experiences.
Students, especially adult learners, want learning experiences that lead to fulfillment of their goals. They don't appreciate busy work. Adult learners also want to relate lived experiences to knew knowledge. Class activities need to address this.
Student support is very important to have but it is very important to be professional and not agree to the student's complaints or add to the complaint but to give the reasoning for the dissatisfying situation. You always have to keep in mind that you are the instructor but still have empathy.
This course has introduced to me the two terms, intrinsic and extrinsic, especially giving the example for extrinsic of going into the classroom for the first time and feeling the environment and knowing how it can also affect the learning process. The learning environment plays a big role in the success of the learning outcome.
I have learned that using student's real-life experiences and self-evaluating what they learned and what they would do different is a great learning opportunity.
Understanding and learning about each individual student. Making the classroom more personal verses just showing up and teaching the material in order to meet competencies.
Knowing each of your students early is a powerful tool to motivate and help student succeed. To acoomplish this early on a Survey for each student that may ask general questions, experience, reason for class, background, how get to school, do you work etc may be a starting point for the instructor to understand the dynamics of each class and allow the instrutor to make his/her adjustments on the planning and management and research if necessary for further resources for each classroom.
