You need to be both a good communcator and listener and if you make a mistake to own it.
You are the role model, lead by example.
As a new instructor, knowing my school and personal growth and learning wil contribute to being a great instructor.
I learned from this module that as an instructor I should lead by example so that my students know what is expected of them. I also learned that it is important to form a proper instructor-student relationship with your students so they get the best experience possible.
My biggest takeaway would be as a instructor, you shouldn't try and prove that you're the smartest but that you are very passionate about the suject and that you are eager to share your knowledge with the students.
It is important to motivate students and model a behavior that will be benrfical to the classroom.
I've learned that its important to choose your role as the classroom instructor and to stick with it. I've also learned that professionalism is improved everyday and always having in the back of your mind "how can I improve my teaching style and professionalism everyday." The goal is to be the model that the students need to become.
Most of the learning is done outside of the classroom. From my past professional development classes, I learned that since students have their own learning styles, I have to provide them with various learning tools to use at home. Some should be visual, some auditory, some motor.
Showing enthusiasm for the course content and care for the students as a person are my big take aways to remember.
Learn from students and be able to adapt to different teaching styles
Confidence is key. As a new instructor, I need to remember that I have a wealth of knowledge to draw from and offer to the students. While at the same time, I cannot attempt to convince them that I am the smartest person in the room. There needs to be a balance.
I loved the point about not trying to prove something to students or trying to show that you're the smartest in the room, but instead showing students that you love what you're teaching and also that you care about the students' progress in learning. The information about the 3 roles and the 5 Cs were all very inspiring as well!
Reflect on perceived strenths and weaknesses and develop a plan to keep focused on becoming a better instructor.
I took away from this to not get complacent within your area of teaching. Times and technology are always moving forward. Being able to grow and adapt isn't only a benefit but a must if you want to provide your students the best possible experience
planning and prepping are key and developing as an instructor is vital to success
The tools which can help to be a better instructor are a clear understanding of three roles: Model, Manager, Motivator, and three Competencies: Technical, Professional, and Personal.
As instructors we must lead by example, create and maintain a positive role and environment and apply the 5-C's:
Credible, Candid, Compassionate, Committed and Clear.
Always be humble with your students and never act like smartest person in the room. The more relatable you are the more students will listen to you.
As an Instructor I need to lead by exampl. Set the standard for professionalism. You should be excited about your subject and project that to your student.
To become a great leader we have to fist lead by example and second contiune growth
