You need to be a model for your students, and be professional in every way from teaching, speaking, dressing and engaging. You can peak their interest in learning which can help motivate and encourage them to be confident and successful in their fields.
I've become more aware of how valuable personal instructor competencies are when teaching. How the blending of technical, professional, and personal is what will truly make a great teacher.
A great reminder about setting expectations early on and engaging with interest but professionally
Understanding that a course grows and changes with time and development. Feedback is essential to strengthening the course. and ultimately, a course never stays the same, it is always evolving.
The emphasis on setting classroom expectations was a great reminder as well as encouragement to put personality into the course. Knowing that the course doesn't have to be an exact copy of what others are teaching is empowering as an instructor.
I've learned that the best way to motivate students is to help them see the progress they're making daily!
I have learned that professional competence is based on my ability to organize and deliver instructional content.
I intend to motivate my students by helping them to see the progress they are making toward their goal.
I've learned the importance of motivating each student individually on a daily basis.
I would like to build more energy/excitement in the class before lecture starts and find more ways to keep students engaged.
It is important to model what you want the students to be like in the field.
Be knowledgeable in the subject and present a professional image of confidence, with patience and understanding of the student ability to absorb the lessons. Be the example of professionalism. Be ever diligent in seeking ways to improve the teaching and understanding of the reception of the lesson from the students.
I've learned the importance of having a professional development plan, and establishing methods to measure progress in achieving the goals set out in the plan.
I've learned how much demeanor and rapport impact a student's ability to enthusiastically engage with and retain information.
I really enjoyed the 5 C's - I felt like this was a very concise way to effectively communicate/engage with students!
I learned in this model, that it is important that I, as the instructor model the professional behaviors, that my students will be expected to know once they enter the field. I plan on doing this by making sure that I am in my classroom and ready to start on time and that I acknowledge my students upon there entering and exiting the classroom.
Creating and developing a professional plan is really important!
I've learned that you need to have a professional plan in order to become successful in the classroom. The module highlighted major areas to focus your training on and how to recognize what you need to work on.
I've learned how to improve myself in field of teaching great module
Reflecting on This Module: Growth as an Instructor
One of the most impactful lessons I’ve taken from this module is that being an effective and professional instructor starts well before stepping into the classroom—and it certainly doesn’t end when the class is over. The mindset, preparation, and presence an instructor brings are foundational to creating a positive and productive learning environment.
I’ve gained a deeper understanding of how technical expertise, professional conduct, and personal competencies all work together to build rapport with students. These elements are not just about delivering content—they’re about modeling appropriate behavior, managing the classroom effectively, and motivating students to engage meaningfully with the material and with each other.
Moving forward, I intend to apply these insights by being more intentional in my preparation, more reflective in my practice, and more proactive in fostering student engagement both inside and outside the classroom. This means continuously developing my subject knowledge, refining my communication skills, and being present and approachable to support student success.
You need to keep your students engaged, motivate your students, let them know you care about their success, and set the expectation with dress code, punctuality, language, and professionalism.
