Mary Saleff

So many different methods of instructing!  I had no idea our attention span is only 15-18 minutes, and demonstration only 5-7 steps.  Definitely need to vary teaching modalities throughout the classroom time.  Thank you for recommending "The Compelling Communicator" by Tim Pollard.  I will definitely purchase that book.  I personally like the idea of starting the lecture session with case studies.

Wow! This module had a ton of great ideas and examples of how to manage, motivate & model on the 1sr day.  I like the idea of everybody in the class to introduce themselves with the use of name tents & a 5X7 card the instructor will collect after the students place their name, address, phone, email, career plans & hobbies.

This module provided all elements to prepare a teaching-learning session. My Practicum project for Masters in Nursing consisted of all the elements as well.  These elements are written & provided for us through the VN program.  I agree with most everyone else that it is important to keep an outline & notepad nearby to be sure you remember everything to be taught & to jot down any notes or questions that come up.  I appreciate the section that mentions students will test our knowledge everyday, so it is important to be an expert in the subject matter.

This module "Prepare to teach" is an excellent review of how to develop and teach a course.  My MSN Practicum project (Write P&P for positioning pt on Roto-Prone bed, with hands on teaching of ICU nurses) required the same elements.  Instructing students in the VN program, everything is prepared for us.  I agree with most everybody, to keep an outline and  notepad handy to make sure nothing is missed and jot down notes.  I appreciate the part "students will test your knowledge every day"... so make sure you are an expert on the subject matter.

This module; developing as an Instructor met all the stated objectives. The roles instructors play, as a role model, a motivator, and a manager.  I need to be aware of where to draw the line  to keep the student-instructor relationship.  I have rental property and have learned to Never become "friends" with your tenants.  The competencies for instructor success technical & professional make sense.  Instructional styles and when to use them appropriately are key to student learning. Form & maintain a professional image is part of role modeling.  Creating a professional development plan will align you to be an excellent… >>>