Sharon Haylett

As an instructor it's important to use inclusiveness in your method of instructions.

Never assume, ensure that all students are given the benefits of learning despite their learning preferences or challenges.  

Practice modeling. Practice respect for all and always demonstrate the social culture of equity in knowledge. 

It is fascinating to learn about language and literacy as describe in this session. The idea of using inter communication instead of cross communication is an interstin concept. Cross communication presents itself as talking against and doesn't affirm or validate differences in communication. 

It's important to acknowledge differences as well as sameness. Therefore my goal is to use the learnind experience to better help me address diversity appropriately and with sensitivity.

Thank you

On demonstrations, before class select site for demo where all students can see. In addition, always have a fall back plan.

I love the idea of having the students take away 4 things at the end of class. 

1. Sense of where they are going and how they will get there

2. See their fellow classmates as friends or pals and not strangers

3. Get the idea that the instructor care about learning

4. have the expectation that the course will be valuable and enjoyable

Setting goals is important. Also having a checklist and have things checked off, especially if you are a first time instructor minimize worry and set the tone for better instructional approach.

I have learned that instructors do most of their class management work before the class begins. They bring management to the classroom  by knowing the subject matter they are teaching and share it throughout the class time.

As a leader in the classrom an instructor should demonstrate professionalism at all times. It doesn't mean that the instructor is aloof or unfriendly. Professionalsim  involes conduct, dress and handling of situations.