Andrea Piza

It is important to remember that information regarding all aspects of a program such as admissions, program requirements, certifications or licenses necessary for employment, and repayment of loans be disclosed to students before they enroll. Recruitment should be pursued but instead of promises, facts regarding the industry and job placement should be the standard when relaying information in order to prevent accidental misrepresentation.

There are many laws and guidelines to follow when contacting a potential student. 

In the beginning of class, I let my students know my education and experience that qualifies me to instruct, I also let them know that I am human and make mistakes and I do not mind being corrected. I love when my students can correct me because it lets me know they are taking in the information.

I really enjoyed the video on the square diagram because I have done many things right awkwardly, and I work towards doing what's right well. 

Students, like most people just want the time and attentions it takes to feel heard including angry students. Creating an environment where students are easily observed helps to identify students who my need momentary attention. If the same students are disruptive on an ongoing basis and even acting out angrily this may require a one-on-one conversation to determine what is needed. Most students can be helped but there is the occasion where it is just impossible, and the recommendation may be for the student to reevaluate their choices and return to the program at a later date if they are… >>>

One of the pros of having smaller class sizes is that everyone is visible and relatively close to the instructor. I definitely work to make eye contact with all my students because the size allows for this and I can engage students who space out a little more easily. 

I really appreciated the information on center-stage students because I have had a few of those since beginning teaching. It gave me some good ideas for the future, such as having cards to limit the number of comments students can make or giving them a task that will occupy their time… >>>

Adapting your lesson plan with various ways to deliver the instruction can reach many different types of learners. Lecture and discussion may work for some, but formats including worksheets and activities will reach others in the classroom. Also reducing learning to 15-minute segments is more likely to help adult learners retain information

I as an instructor can set the class up for success by acknowledging each student and getting to know something about them, being warm and welcoming, and being clear on expectations and the goals of the class. 

This module was very inspiring. I thought of ways to make the first class, especially with new students more structured. I am not naturally a structured person and tend to be do things as they come. The set-up of the classes at this school makes it easy to be that way. I feel after going through this module adding a little structure when going over the syllabus, paying attention to information that they may see during the licensing exam and how the course pertains to everyday applications are important ideas to emphasize in the upcoming course I will be teaching. 

Making sure students know the policies of late assignments and thoroughly going over the syllabus while highlighting all the course materials. I also like the idea of "ice breakers" which I will work on implementing with new classes. 

My personal experience with teaching has come from a more informal background doing workshops and teaching disciplines where students are seated on the floor in a circle. Coming into a formal space considered "institutional learning" has provided new awareness on the presentation of self as an instructor. Honestly, it is not that different even though the environments are vastly different. Having clear boundaries along with a warm rapport with students can create a safe atmosphere for learning to take place. Being very much involved in the presentation can pique interest in the subject being delivered. All of the examples provided… >>>