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.
You are watched constantly as a instructor almost like a parent /child relationship. They mimic what you do!
This learning module has help because it is giving the essentials on becoming a professional instructor. We need to be model, manager, and motivator while be the professional that we all are.
be respectable to others and be modest
I have simply learned to model behavior that students will want to emulate. I've also understood that I need to also work on being a motivator and be myself to be the most successful in what I need to do as an instructor.
I learned from this module that I do not need to be the smartest in the room to be an effective instructor.
Being an effective instructor means that I set the example. If I am late all the time, a student might think its also ok. Our school has a very strict professionalism policy that us as instructors uphold as well. We keep up to date with current practices through trainings on our own time.
This course was a good re-iteration of qualities we already uphold.
I learned how to appropriately balance professionalism and empathy while keeping control of a classroom. There are various strategies when it comes to being a professional instructor and teaching affectively.
I have learned that effective teaching goes beyond just delivering content, it involves understanding learners needs, reflecting on teaching practices, and continuously improving. I now see the importance of setting clear objectives, using a variety of teaching methods, and creating an inclusive environment. I plan to apply this by regularly seeking feedback from learners and adjusting my approach accordingly.
Professionalism as an instructor includes being on time, dressing appropriately, being respectful, and continuing professional development.
Be able to admit my own mistakes and being flexible are important as an instructor.
The different Instructor Roles really helped me become aware that I will be in those roles concurrently. I will take this information and try to be very purposeful as I step into the role of Instructor, remembering each of the elements of model, manager and motivator.
I have been made aware i must continue to grow as a professional. Now that i am no longer in the field, i must stay vigilant find ways to show that my experience is still current and relevant.
I found the balance of being a motivator and the concern not to be a baby-sitter interesting. Its a balance to encourage and steer students to more productive engagement in a positive, yet strictly professional manner.
I learned about being a motivator as an instructor! This is how I can connect real world experiences to what we are currently teaching. This also involves being a story teller which is how I believe many students remember content!
Professionalism starts even before you get to class, involving punctuality, the way we dress and the way we carry ourselves. Excitement for the material that is going to be thought is also very important
