Prep Prep Prep!!!! The better prepared you are the better you will do. It is always better to over-prepare than under. However, you need to learn the balance of preparing. When you try to teach over-prepared one tends to run out of time and rush through demos and different portions of the lecture. If you under prepare you look as if you are trying to find your way through the fog. A mixture of the both may be the right place to be. Trust your gut but put together a good effort. Put the theories and demos that worked well… >>>

Creativity, Intuition, Structure and understanding in the classroom. Letting students be creative and keeping them engaged in how learning can be light and fun at the same time. 

Developing intuition whether it comes naturally or from years of experience is the one of the keys to being a successful instructor. Knowing your students from the start. It is a bonding experience.

I love the idea of a pre-test. It shows the instructor the student's basic knowledge on the subject and maybe who actually prepared. It lets the students know what they will be going over and to maybe key in on those topics when they come up. The more times you can put the important words and concepts into your lecture, the better chance the students will have of retaining them. 

Passion is the reason that I am going through all of this training to become an instructor. To instruct students that want to learn about aircraft maintenance. I love aircraft maintenance and airplanes of all kinds. Because of my passion I will be a very good instuctor. I can't wait to be in the classroom with the students.

Patience and understanding each person in the class. Learn and remember their names and their background. Stay positive!

How to better use assessment testing to help evaluate students

Assessments can help understand students current level of understanding. As an instructor, you build from that

keeping the students engaged is important to see that the are getting the information they need and are retaining that information and retrieving it for use on tests. 

Students’ needs can be powerful tools for enhancing learning when they are recognized and addressed effectively. Factors such as prior knowledge, motivation, learning preferences, cultural backgrounds, and personal experiences all influence how students learn. I learned that understanding these needs helps instructors design more meaningful and engaging lessons. By connecting course content to students’ goals and experiences, learning becomes more relevant and effective. I intend to apply this knowledge by assessing student needs, adapting instructional strategies, and creating supportive learning opportunities that encourage participation, build confidence, and promote success for all learners.