Dawn Wilson-Kendall

I intend to apply this by engaging in direct dialogue with students to identify successful past strategies and utilizing clear formatting to ensure anatomical concepts remain inclusive and navigable for everyone.

Instructing diverse learners requires intentional scaffolding through guided outlines and the frequent repetition of complex medical terminology in context. I plan to apply these strategies by using phonetic modeling and short-term anatomical identification tasks to reduce cognitive load and ensure all students master the foundational language of anatomy.

Effective group organization requires optimizing group size to prevent social loafing while ensuring student diversity for well-rounded perspectives. I intend to apply these principles by keeping groups small to maximize engagement and allowing teams the autonomy to navigate their own problem solving processes.

Developing effective communication requires mastering proxemics by moving throughout the room to break the "podium barrier" and maintaining high self-monitoring to eliminate distracting fidgeting. I plan to apply these techniques by consciously varying my physical location to include all students and utilizing intentional gestures rather than holding markers or clickers.

Effective instruction integrates Bloom’s Taxonomy and the "Fundamental 5" to balance deductive scholarship (top-down theory) with inductive facilitation (bottom-up application). I intend to apply these frameworks by structuring my lesson plans to move beyond knowledge and comprehension into higher-order analysis and synthesis.

Effective instruction requires a synthesis of deep scholarship with intentional facilitation techniques, specifically through non-verbal cues and "Power Zone" proximity to drive engagement. I plan to apply these insights by maintaining self-awareness of my body language and moving among students to ask probing questions, ensuring a professional yet accessible learning environment.

To be an effective instructor, one must balance the Scholar's academic rigor with the Facilitator’s focus on student-led engagement and retention. I intend to apply this by using concise "micro-lectures" followed by facilitated activities to ensure that depth of understanding takes priority over simple content coverage.

I’ve learned that clear communication, consistent record-keeping, and proactive support are key to managing an effective online learning space. I’ll stay responsive to student needs, address issues early, and collaborate with support teams to reduce barriers like tech struggles or disengagement. Being approachable and policy-aware helps create a respectful, inclusive environment where students can thrive.

I’ve learned that timely, positive feedback and active encouragement boost student confidence and participation. I’ll respond consistently to contributions and use simple cues like emojis to add warmth and connection. This helps students feel seen, supported, and motivated to engage.

I’ve learned that showing up as a real person builds trust online. I’ll share a quick intro and ask students to do the same, helping me connect with them and understand how they learn best.