Mark Barrera

AI in education will become more personalized, using data to adapt to individual students.

AI and quantum computing are combining to process information at an exponential rate which will significantly reduce the time it takes to perform instructor tasks.

I learned that the best instructors are good story tellers, actors, and experts who keep the class engaged while sharing knowledge. I intend to be this by varying my teaching style between written, auditory, visualization, and tactile while keeping a high level of enthusiasm and positivity.

I've learned that I can motivate the students by giving them a picture of the industry they are studying and how the course material is relevant to helping them be successful in that industry.

I've learned the importance of having a checklist to ensure the daily objectives have been facilitated to the class. Also, I should have a notebook handy at all times to jot down important notes that I need to come back to or questions that need to be answered in the next class.

I've learned that instructors are models, managers, and motivators. I need to develop a professional friendship with students to create an enthusiastic and relaxed learning environment without being the student's pal.