Comment on Michelle DeJong's post: As an instructor it is always important to remember that our students are watching us closely and learning from us. We want and need to project a professional image in all of our interactions with the students so that they will learn how to present themselves to others, as a professional.
The modeling was interesting to consider.
I learned that teaching methods should changed based on the specific topics being taught.
I think what I learned that will forever stick with me from this unit was a quote from the Harvard instructor, stating "be the mad scientist for your subject." The more excited I am about modeling my subject area, the more motivated and easier to manage my classes will become.
In addition to the reminder of the necessity for experienced instructors to refine the concept of Model, Manager and Motivator, the "5 C's" were relevant and important points of discussions presented in the module.
Leading by example is so important some of which I was unknowingly doing in my class room, but now I think about it I know it is something that can be improved in my teaching style to better help my students to be successful.
Role model positive behavior with students and motivate them
It is important that I model the attributes that I want my students to exhibit. Always being respectful, compassionate while making sure my teaching is credible and clear.
Do not assume to be the smartest person in the room. Even as an expert in the field, there is a chance that there is someone smarter in the room with you.
Be passionate about the knowledge you are sharing. But do not try to impress or prove your expertise in the subject.
Have a professional development plan. Continue to learn and grow not only for personal growth but to provide the latest and most accurate information to your students.
Model, manage, motivate.
I think it's extremely important to practice what we teach/preach to our students and to stay on top of evidence-based information whether how to put in an NG-tube or why we need to wear gloves in every patient's room regardless of diagnosis. It's really hard for students to take us seriously when we don't keep up to date with the skills and evidence-based practices as well as looking professional from head to toe!!
As a class leader, I will make sure to maintain professionalism inside and outside the classroom as well as model good behavior.
Being a good leader will take your students where they want to go. This will help your students grow.
Always maintain professionalism, enforce class room rules and make learning fun!
From this content, I have learned that my roles are to be a model, a manager and a motivator! I have reflected throughout the course on my personal experience with education/teachers - who I found to be effective and a model/motivator, and things I did not like as a student. I will take this into consideration when I start teaching my students, and will be sure to always stay up to date/educated myself so I can be a valuable asset and teacher to my students.
How to model professionalism to my students by being early and ready and dressing appropriately.
That an instructor is a role model and leader
"You can be a friend to a student but not a pal." Especially being a new instructor to not fall trap into trying to become a friend and to keep a professional distance from the students.
A teacher is an extremely important role model. Students are watching us and listening to what we are saying whether we think they are or not. We do need to me model and examples. As a teacher, I take this role seriously and hope I am putting forth a good model for my students. Motivating students is a challenge. If I could figure out how to do this, I would share it with the world. I try to be passionate about what I teach and get excited about the lessons, plays songs and so forth, but sometimes, students are just hard to motivate.
Lead by example. Be someone your students model. don't dwell on past mistakes.
My biggest take away is that is a multifaceted job that requires we lead by example as what the students should expect to behave like is determined by our representation of ourselves and field.
