Each student has a different way of learning, focus on all of the methods so that all of your students understand and comprehend what you are teaching.

I enjoyed the focus on preparing for both the expected and unexpected.

The section that really stood out to me was the video that highlighted the need to love the content you are teaching. The contagious nature of that energy and how it is a proven method to foster student engagement. 

Use metaphors, analogies, anecdotes and vivid images! This is definitely amazing advice I will bring to future lessons.

What I learned from this module is that I can be an expert in my field, but I don't need to tell the students this.  My actions as an instructor should speak louder than my words.  Also, it's important to be enthusiastic about what I am teaching because enthusiasm can be shared with my students.  Enthusiasm will help create an environment of learning. Which brings me to another point, although I'm considered an expert in my field, I need to be aware that I can be incorrect.  Something that I learned early on in my life, and substantiated by this… >>>

I like the idea of splitting the lecture up into maybe two segments as we all know an hour lecture can become boring, which in return the students are not comprehending the information presented.  Lecture for 15-20 minutes then go to Lab, then come back for the last 30 minutes of class to finish the lecture.

When meeting the class for the first time I think it is important to be prepared arrive early get everything laid out as you have planned.  Engage with students as they arrive for class, make them feel comfortable and ready to learn.  Have your syllabus to hand out to each student, have your class number listed on board along with the instructor's name.  Make sure the students are in the correct class and address any issues the student might have.

it was extremely interesting to know and understand the different learning styles and abilities.

Effective learning strategies I think begin with a syllabus, letting the students know about the course and expectations for this class.  Getting to know your students as they walk in makes me feel more comfortable about talking with them about the curriculum.  Having the classroom organized and structured also lets the students know that you are serious about their education.

Love the idea of using the tree with branchers I'm definitely going to use that!