Derek Holder

I have noticed instructors, over the years, perform demonstrations that have been incredible and easy to learn from as well as demonstrations that seemed like were done for the first time with the class.  My demonstrations will be practiced and ready for students. 

I have learned that it is extremely important to have your students prepared and ready for what is to come as well as how the course is taught.  

I was not aware how important it was to come in early and interact with students creating an inviting environment.  This is something that my instructors did when I was taking classes, and I always enjoyed the small conversations we would have before the class.  I now know this was a teaching technique and plan on doing the same.

This section made has made me think about my instructors in the past.  I have had instructors with different strengths, and I intend to put a lot of thought into this try to bring forward qualities that I feel are important.