It is something to be said when you have an instructor that is happy to see you and acknowledge that you are in the classroom. For me, I have been an educator for 28 years and every new group of students is an opportunity to create new connections. When you model like a mentor, they will learn to mentor. Remember you will be spending many hours with your students, and you will get to know them, and they will get to know you. Management takes practice and organization. Motivation also is a hidden gem; you are their cheerleader for success.
Keys to being a good teacher
Listening
Respect
Knowing there is always more to learn
My takeaways:
- Don't try to be smarter than the students. Humility is key.
- Dress and act as professional as possible. No cursing.
- Have students use new knowledge ASAP to drive motivation.
- Arrive to class early and be prepared to start on time.
This was very informative and important on being a model for students by punctuation, preparation, professionalism, and continuing to get training on strategies to be a better instructor for the students and myself.
Lead by example!
I'm learning right along with the students.
If I don't know the answer, don't try to answer with misinformation, find out the answer and tell class. Sometimes, I could have the class look it up at that moment.
The lecture on professionalism and having a plan for improving as a teacher provided me with a great road map to success in the classroom.
Lead by Example. Learn from your Peers. There is always someone smarter than yourself. Be a good motivator.
You are a model for your students ex. the way you dress, your language, and your conduct.
Remain professional and stay organized.
I learned so many pointers in this training. One of them is, be professional and pleasant in any ways. Be competent to lead and inspire/motivate your students. Thank you.
Be Professional and enthusiastic about what you are doing.
The main point of this segment really came across as being the captain of a vessel or the general of an army.
You're at the forefront, responsible for the overall success of the operation. But not as the sole bearer of responsibility as Atlas bore/bears the weight of the earth, rather one who cultivates and inspires those under your charge to grow and excel and succeed.
A beacon of competency/authority to lead by example.
In retrospect, myself and those within whom I've worked closely have experienced the same sort of perceptions and thoughts in regards to our mentors and superiors that students in the classroom will experience with myself. Everything I read in this portion clearly breaks these experiences down.
Think I'll have to focus on organization and confidence to effectively communicate my expertise in the subject matter. My weakest points by far.
Remain professional at all times with students which translates to - being on time, preparing an adequate presentation, and speaking with language that is not casual.
So many useful things! The first that comes to mind is that it's fine to be a friend to the students, but being a pal potentially nullifies the professional relationship that should be maintained.
Be a Role model to your students and set a clear example for them to follow
Reflect security, professionalism, keep developing yourself toward be better every day.
Remember that each student has a different way of processing information and learning new things. You must be patient and be mindful of their unique learning styles
I have learned to just lead by example. Also to always be open to growing as an instructor and not think you know everything.
I am a model, manager, and motivator in the classroom. Do not assume you are the smartest person in the room.
Modeling for the students is something I always talk about and do inside and out of the lab and classroom setting. Its important to practice what you Preach in a sense.
