Common Instructor Mistakes | Origin: ED104
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Class Management Strategies--> Common Instructor Mistakes
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I learned that reflective note-taking after lectures or activities helps prevent repeating past mistakes and improves future instruction. Brief notes about what worked, what didn’t, and what to anticipate make lesson planning more effective over time. This allows instructors to focus more on refining teaching strategies rather than continually reacting to the same issues.
Teachers are humans learn from mistakes and improve on them. Take notes and figure out what works and what does not work.
This module reinforces my belief that I am human and capable of making mistakes. While I always strive to be fully prepared, I recognize that unexpected challenges can occur. As a new instructor, it has taken me a few terms to develop a comfortable rhythm and teaching flow. However, the mistakes I’ve made along the way have been some of my greatest learning opportunities, and they directly support my growth in applying effective instructional techniques.
Great reminders on how to take a step back and set yourself up for success in the classroom. Using resources, being prepared, and asking for help from other faculty can go so far.
I realized how many of these suggestions I have done wrong and will try to improve.
By performing evolutions badly, You can adjust to be able to perform those evolutions well. You have to make the step to perform the evolution first whether it goes well or not.
The most important thing from this module is how to handle angry students. The best thing is to initially hear them out and listen. Hopefully I won't encounter this, but I will make it a point to really listen to the root of the problem.
Make notes in real time about mistakes made and ideas for improvement. Also, ask other instructors for help...most are willing to provide assistance.
I learned mistakes or missteps are inevitable, but making notes while it is fresh in your mind is a great way to avoid that mistake again.
To laugh when I make a mistake and to acknowledge my mistake. This will let my students see that I am human and I am willing to learn from my mistakes.
Regardless of the reasons the key is not to dwell on mistake but to learn from them so they won't be repeated.
Its ok to make mistakes, we all make them. By laughing at yourself, the students will see you as a human being and will understand that you are willing to learn from your mistakes just as they should.
I have learned that prior to the class, instructor needs to be well prepared and organized. Making notes would help rectify the mistakes and not happen again in future.
What I have learned from the class is that I need to come to class prepared and realize that I'm Human and I do make mistakes too, but I need to make sure I correct my mistakes as I go.
When I teach a class, I need to be organized and prepared. I also need to not talk about my personal life, but to also be personable by greeting my students at the first of the class and to remember their names when I call on them during class.
I think sincerity and humility play key roles here. Being able to acknowledge our humanness and look objectively upon ourselves allows us the opportunity to improve at a much greater rate than if we try to maintain appearances, without negating professionalism of course.
focus on maintaining a positive classroom culture, correcting mistakes in a constructive way and encouraging students to take ownership of their learning. Prepare twice the material that you think you need for a class, so that you will be adequately prepared and not stressed and feeling disorganized. Students will respect that you are prepared and ready to teach.
I know that I have made many mistakes as a new teacher, but I feel that I have learned from those mistakes and will continue to learn as long as I reach out to my peers,
Always remember that you have earned your way to where you are at, even though each new thing can be anxiety ridden and being unsure can cause internal demise. Remember as in everything be prepared, make sure you display confidence and warmth. Students will respond to you better if you display the professionalism you want from them.
