Lesson planning is important so students can feel more at ease with the information

Time management and being prepared should be the most important cause

I always use multiple choice so i can cover everyone learning ability

I find that using cats has helped alot in my students ability to retain information

I have found when i lead them in a direction i can get almost all my student to question me when i say something off the wall to get back on topic

Last term I used power point to teach and found i was not reaching all my students so i started having them read the power points. They all got it and grades went up 25%. I did discussion after each slide. This really works

I think the color sugestion and the classroom layout is a good idea looking at each other is far better than looking at the back of each others head

Every class is unique. Adjusting to the needs of the student's learning style makes the instructor's ability to be creative and motivating a dynamic and essential quality.

The impression you leave with your students after the first day is going to carry over for the rest of the term. Self-confidence, knowledge of the subject, and making the students comfortable in their environment as a way of showing that you care about their well-being will go a long way on bringing down barriers between the instructor and student as the class continues.

Being prepared ahead of time plays the dual role of projecting your professionalism to the students and building confidence in yourself as a responsible educator.

This is my first year as an instructor, and I have to admit it's been somewhat daunting. Between learning the curriculum, devising lesson plans, completing paperwork, and dealing with the occasional "stage-fright", I find myself second-guessing from time to time. Looking to the more experienced instructors for guidance and reflecting on my own past eduction has helped the most when dealing with these challenges. Organizing my workload and becoming more comfortable in my role as an educator are the most important goals I've set for myself.

One of the most important things to keep in mind when planning a lesson is to address different learning styles. Every student learns in a different manner. Using a variety of teaching modes not only allows all students to fully grasp concepts, it also helps to keep students involved and focused on learning.

I think two very important components of the first day of class are creating a positive first impression and setting clear expectations. The impression students have for you on day one is going to stick throughout the entire course. If you are unprepared, they are going to expect this will be the case each time. Also, the expectations you set will carry on for the entire class. Make sure you know what you expect from students and tell them clearly so there will be no surprises in the future.

How much planning and preparation is too much?

What are some guidelines to using real life experiences in the classroom?

I JUST WISH THERE WERE MORE HELP FOR INSTRUCTORS TO HELP STUDENTS

MY BIGGEST CHALLENGE COMES FROM STUDENTS WITH POOR SPELLING SKILLS

GROUPING IS GOOD AS LONG AS THE MIX IS RIGHT.I ALSO THINK IT PROMOTES PEER TEACHING AND THIS BENIFITS BOTH SIDES

I FIND IT HARD TO REMEMBER MY STUDENTS NAMES FOR THE 1ST 7 OR SO DAYS. WOULD NAME TAGS BE AND OPTION.

After 13yrs in my feild I was feeling burnt out, I was NOT excited about my career anymore. When a teaching opportunity opened up, it revitalized my passion for what I do. As a new faculty member this quarter, I was at a loss when asked to write down items for a career development plan. I really had no idea how to go about it short of the required CE for my field. Now I have lots of ideas for professional development, this 1st module has been a real eye opener in helping me to understand this concept. I know my renewed enthusiasm will reflect in the classroom too!