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First Impressions

One the first day I class full suit and coat with tie. Make sure I have fresh hair cut. I also make sure may shoes are shined

Demonstration

I try to encorporate audio/visual aids in each course.

Motivate the Student

In my class, I make sure that all times I am motivating the student to reach the goals in which they set for themselves. Every student is there for a reason and they require the instructors attention. Instuctors are not only to instructor as well as be there for the some students more than others. Some students need that extra support to get them through the course and I am that one to encourage them.

Preparation

As an instruction, go over the names of my new students,all materials are ready, check my professionalsim, and most important be there to greet students on the first day.

Lesson Plans

I always ensure that all objectives on the syllabus are covered in my lesson plan.

Introduction of New Class

During the first day of class I include material discusingin CPT , ICD, HCPCS Level II coding. The students alos gain infomaorin about AAPC, AHIMA, and AMA. The students also lear about registries and databases

Implementing relevant course content

As an instructor, I feel it is important for the instructor to have knowledge of best practices related to real life experiences. Students usually understand and can relate when the instructor can provide them expamples from the industry.

Ending Class

Recap the objectives that was learned for that class period.

Contents of Chapter

Before lecture, give a brief description of what the class is about and what to expect throughout the duration of the course.

Being A Positive Role Model

I as an instructor try to carry myself as a positive role model for my students. I like to make sure that whatever I am asking my students to do that I am either doing it as well or making sure I stay positive and engage myself in the activity with them. For example, If I ask my students to make sure that their professional appearance is good daily (i.e. no acrylic nails, ironed scrubs..etc.) that I have the same appearance. I speak positive words around them and make sure that I remain positive with them

Your Instructional Style

Use case studies to highlight course objectives and state of the art material

Learning Objectives

I write learning objectives on the board for each class.

Being Proactive

When I find out about the next class that I will be teaching, I will make copies of all of syllabus and course relating materials far in advance so I can be well prepared.

Developing clear goals and objectives

Students need to understand exactly what they will be responsible for during the course of the class. Developing a game plan for the students to follow will let them know in advance what to expect making them successful in the course.

Clinical procedure

Day one, tell about diatray habits, after roll, take resting B/P, after break, take another B/P, compare B/P and discuss our diet.Students are paired-up for the entire MOD.

Professionalism

I have found that students will respect you as an instructor if they feel you are professional. It is important for you to model the behavior that you want your students to display.

Being Professional

I feel that you should portray yourself in a very professional manner if you want the students to do the same.

Preperation

Prepared instructors make for learning students

About Me Day 1

On day one of class I inform the students to write me a brief biography of themselves, their families and any personal private information about themselves. This helps me to plan and prepare them on a classroom basis as well as a personal basis. This exercise gives me an idea of what I will be working with within the student as well as assest them and their outside interferance if any. This exercise will help me identify if the student will have any challenges during the course of my class as well as what they are dealing with on the outside world. It also helps me keep them motivated, encouraged and help them maintain a positive attitude, in case these obstacles arise.

Name Game

When teaching a class of new students, I have everyone to gather in a circle and associate themselves with a action or activity that starts with the first letter of their first name. Everyone gets a turn in the circle. This gets the class engaged and they have fun by learning each others name.