Know the subject matter is key. Study the content before lecture. Understand it and apply it to real world situations.
Teaching future technicians can be a challenge. These students are usually hands on learners, and covering technical concepts can cause students to shut down. I like to breakdown the vocabulary at first, simplifying a concept to layman's terms to remove the language barrier with mechanical nomenclature. Then as we repeat the phrase or process later in the lesson, I begin to add the proper title of the part or concept I am teaching. In this application, it helps to remove the stress of trying to learn a new concept with a new "language" and increases motivation to learn more as the concepts aren't as overwhelming when they are explained in a way that is relatable to their personal life experiences.
Great teachers inspire learning and use a variety of strategies to ensure students retain and apply their learning in different contexts.
Enthusiasm and convictions are keys to engagement with students. If you are passionate and enthusiastic students remember you and your class as it make learning more enjoyable. If you do not know know the specific content real well, learn more about it be fore class. Anticipate questions they may ask so you have the answers prepared
It is the instructor's responsibility to know the content that are going to teach inside and out. Then they can focus on their next task of getting to know the students.
I've learned that motivating students involves more than just encouraging words—it’s about creating a learning environment where students feel valued, challenged, and supported. Understanding what drives each student, whether it’s reaching a personal goal or building confidence, helps keep them engaged. As a new instructor, I plan to apply this by setting clear goals, recognizing progress, and connecting lessons to real-world outcomes so students can see the value in what they’re learning. A little encouragement and support can go a long way in helping students stay focused and motivated.
Knowing the source of a student's motivation can be used as a tool to show you care about their success. Delivery of content must be fluid, thorough and understandable.
Proactive reflection before an interaction happens can ensure the impression of clarity and competence from the instructor is a good tool to ensure smooth Q&A within a discussion. Remember to study yourself before teaching and asking them to study.
Know your style of instructing and reflect on how that may intimidate or humiliate your students. Your goal is to create an environment where your students feel comfortable taking risks.
It is very crucial for instructors to motivate students to be enthusiastic about their work, to gain confidence in their abilities to learn and perform the tasks of learning, and to believe in their success from the course.
Motivating your students is in my opinion the most important part of our job. Being able to let them know from experience gives substance to what they are putting themselves through. Knowing that the process requires dedication in addition to maintaining current life situations can be difficult at times. Providing positive reinforcement and confirmation that sticking to the process can motivate them to stay focused.
It is important to know the students learning style, and knowing your audience helps in building a rapport with students and attempt various learning strategies to keep students motivated.
It is important to motivate and not put down or discouraged a student.
I've learned that students should feal supported and respected and that will help them learn.
by learning each individual students challenges and limitations, instructors have the opportunity to develop innovative methods to increase retention. Connecting and engaging with students from day one helps students begin to bond and build relationships with peers, students, and staff increasing the students to be more likely to ask for help. Creating a positive and engaging classroom environment providing constructive feedback, with relatable learning opportunities encourage students motivation.
I've learned that by giving positive feedback is motivational to students and as an instructor is important to keep the four cornerstones of instruction like; expertise, empathy, and clarity in front of your mind for your student's success.
finding ways to engage my students with my work experience and present the information in an attainable manner that keeps them interested and motivated.
ive learned how to teach students the knowledge in order to utilize in real situations .
As the instructor, ensuring you are presenting the content in a relatable fashion and then having them practice with tactile exercises the students will become motivated themselves by applying their new knowledge and experiencing the Ah Ha moment.
Taken for the harvard video presenters there are five factors that will help make you a more effective and clear communicator with your students.
- Know the subject
- Know the student. Take a look at the profile of each student and learn about their background and what motivates them (this must be done on the first day!)
- Set the expectation. This is achieved by engaging the students and knowing who can answer some key questions during classroom sessions.
- You MUST create an environment where people can take risks. DO NOT humiliate your student. It will come back ten-fold because they're not interested in learning; They're interested in survival. So, be aware of your style because that might intimidate or humiliate people so that they don't want to take risks.
- Great teachers transcend the message; they're bold and clear and approachable.
