Instructional Delivery & Assessment

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Hilary Lipscomb

Waiting 5 Seconds

When I first began teaching I found it very difficult to wait the 5 seconds after asking a question. Sometimes it still seems like a lifetime when I am waiting for a student to volunteer to answer a question. Each class is different, but it seems to be getting easier with time.

Jennifer Jackson

Students with Disabilities

I had a student who was legally deaf in both ears and could not read lips. It was difficult at first because I had to learn her language in order to communicate with her and provide her with the skills needed and knowledge pertaining to the class. I was doing this at the sametime of training the other students, but we all managed and learned something from eachpother.

Frank DELPIZZO CHEP

other considered

is amazing to see how a student who is reluctant to talk in class blossoms when told they can do the work. Giving them verbal postitive feedback adds to their confidence in themselfs.

Frank DELPIZZO CHEP

learning

it is good to get all kinds of learning types intergrated into your class

Frank DELPIZZO CHEP

classroom

visuals in the classroom: some classrooms simply do not allow use of posters or anything like that on the walls and the room set ups are very limited by the available type and quantinty of tables and chairs but still I am thinking about the idea of visuals. Maybe they can be made by students in some classes as part of the course. They would be temporary but still there and the students would be involved in their production. Anyone with experience here?

Frank DELPIZZO CHEP

the instructor

Iâ€™ve tried different techniques with challenging students to get the most out of them

Karen Swinhart

First class

The class I teach is the first class that new students are required to take. Since I am the first instructor the students will meet, I make sure all the students feel comfortable and welcome to the class. During the time of getting to know each other, I have each student introduce themselves. I walk to each students desk and welcome them individually.

Karen Swinhart

Being prepared = Students attention

Making sure that you have all the materials ready to go for class is something students appreciate. Being prepared and ready for class allows you to start class on time, so you don't waste the students time.

Karen Swinhart

First day of class

I set the expectation of the classroom and college rules, and have the students sign a contract stating they understand and will adhere to the rules.

Harry Hall

Preparing to Teach

I have found that the sooner I begin to plan for an upcoming class the more relaxed and enthusiastic I am. I look forward to applying new techniques that I have observed from other instructors. One is never too old to learn new methods and then apply them effectively. There is not one day that goes by that I do not learn something new. I particularly like the section on the syllabus. What great and applicable ideas.

Joan Darienzo

Activites in the lecture classroom

I like the idea of games in the classroom, but with limited time it is hard, sometimes we get so involved it is time to go. I need so short to the point games, I will do some research. I know the students will like the change.

Jason Haskins

Smiling during lectures

I smile all the time during lectures and I have noticed that it really does make my students feel at ease. Each day I come in class I can hear someone say "He's always smiling" It makes me feel good and them as well to know that I truly enjoy my job. Who agrees with me? :)

J. Newman

examples

When I am teaching a difficult concept to my classes, I often find that many students cannot focus on the material for a variety of reasons. To fully engage the students in the subject matter to assess the their understanding. If they do not understand I then try a different method to help the students grasp the material. I tell my students that they need to ask as many times as necessary for them to understand the material.

Karen Altland

[Developing as an Instructor]

One of the hardest thing for a new instructor is to follow the 3 M's. Some instructors find it very hard not t0 be friends with the students. They want the students to like them so sometimes the language and conduct of the students is ignored because they don't want to labeled as the mean instructor which causes loss of control of the classroom.

Karen Altland

[Planning and Preparation]

Planning and preparation is critical when being an instructor. Being prepared is one of the biggest foundations for a functional classroom. It is important to be a good role model to set a good example for the students to be prepared for the workplace

Karen Altland

[Delivering Course Content]

Wow! This can be real tricky sometimes. Power Point presentations are very nice but students can begin to rely on them to much. Not enough class interaction. Have to keep the students attention. Trying different methods everyday is important. Students get bored very easily.we must be actors when presenting class materials. Great suggestions and I certainly will use these.

Karen Altland

[Meeting the Class for the First Time]

Meeting the class for the first time can make an instructor very nervous. It is important to make a good impression (which is made as soon as the students meet you)in a very confident way. It is real easy to let the students intimidate the instructor one day one. Ice breakers for the class are good for the instructor and students to relax and get to know each other.

Karen Altland

[Planning and Preparation]

Preparing for class and being in class on time is an important step in setting a good example for the students. we are training them for a career and they need to know the importance of being on time. Great pointers for class preparation

Karen Altland

Developing as an Instructor]

As an instructor it is very inmportant to be an excellent role model. Motivation is also very important. Sometimes that is the hardest thing to do depending on class size and ages of the group of students. It is very important that as educators we are creative.

Mahmoud Mozafarzadeh