I learned that keeping the focus on students means recognizing their individual needs, motivations, and challenges throughout the learning process. It reminded me that teaching is not just about delivering content but about creating meaningful connections that help students feel supported and capable. I plan to apply this by being more intentional about listening to students, offering timely feedback, and making sure each learner feels valued and encouraged to reach their goals.
I'm going to build a strong rapport with students, creating new way to teach, engage, and have a supporting learning environment.
Incorporate class discussions to enhance student engagement and promote success.
Giving guidance can be the difference between a student who just gets by and one who thrives in aviation maintenance. Staying engaged helps you spot potential, correct misunderstandings early, and inspire confidence.
Instructor motivation and excitement stand out as a key factor in the success of students. It is "leading by example." It is also contagious and emphasizes that the material, principles, and process are exciting as defined by being worthwhile to assimilate.
This module gave great ideas to keep lessons flowing, but it really showed how important it is to get students involved. As leaders, we should connect each activity to professional standards and positive client outcomes.
Keep students engaged through inclusion
i have had instructors that have utilized a few of these methods that keeps the class interesting, and brings a new energy to the class that got us through to the end and got the information we needed to have to move forward. looking forward to my future and how i will implement these various stratigies to keep the class focused and interested will be a challenge but will be a fun one.
The section on retention is a deep dive into the learning challenges that students face. The look at the issue suggest that the instructor has to be interactive with the student and adjust techniques to keep the class emotionally involved. There should be a figurative table where student and teacher meet to build rapport, mutual respect, and trust.
Instructors' enthusiasm for teaching stems from:
- Confidence in abilities: Teachers who are confident in their teaching skills project greater enthusiasm and a more positive demeanor.
- Intrinsic motivation: the joy and the process of learning and teaching, rather than just the outcome, fuels a willingness to experiment and put in extra effort to make materials stimulating.
- Professional commitment: a dedication to the values of the profession, combined with a positive attitude toward learning and growth within it, contributes to sustained enthusiasm.
- love of the teaching process: enthusiastic teachers find joy in the act of teaching, experimenting with new methods, and making an effort to make content accessible and engaging.
- personal connection: connecting the material to the individual experiences, stories, and analogies makes it more relatable and demonstrates a genuine connection.
Keeping student engaged and part of the discussion is so important
As an instructor I don't have to be perfect; I only have to be myself. Once I remember this, teaching becomes much easier and more enjoyable.
Be engaging to your students, keep the material light & fun, also be as interactive when possible to keep them from losing interest.
I learned that the instructor attitude has big impact on students learning.
Use the REFOCUS acronyn to keep the students engaged. Great acronym!!!
Use the REFOCUS acronyn to keep the students engaged especailly when hitting the mid-term slump
One key takeaway from this module is the importance of clear communication and professionalism in student advisement. I learned how to deliver policy reminders in a way that’s respectful, firm, and constructive—balancing authority with empathy.
It is important to keep students engaged in the leaning process.
It's important to keep students engaged through the use of different strategies.
