I've learned the importance of having a checklist to ensure the daily objectives have been facilitated to the class. Also, I should have a notebook handy at all times to jot down important notes that I need to come back to or questions that need to be answered in the next class.
It is very important for the students to have a clear understanding of the syllabus that will showing lectures, projects, homework, reviews/tests, and general expectations for the class.
I usually do not come in early and mingle but I do from day one ask each student 1. Am I pronouncing your name correctly. 2. Where do you work or what do you do now? 3. What area of the Nursing field are you interested in? I love to get to know each student and it helps to meet them where they are at and pair them up for success in the hospital at clinicals.
I have learned being prepared whether for your first class or ongoing lessons makes your job easier, and improves instruction. Present yourself as a person first and then use a checklist to ensure all key items are covered.
I gained helpful insight into some factors that will affect the type of preparation required and the type of expectations that need to be set for students from the beginning - such as having a clear understanding of the entrance knowledge and skills that students possess, the level of proficiency required, and having a standard of behavior/the balance between knowledge and skill development that's required.
Proper planning and preparation are essential for creating a positive learning environment. I make it a priority to arrive before the students so the classroom is organized and ready for the day. Greeting each student by name as they enter helps them feel welcomed and valued. Small interactions like this help build relationships and show students that they are seen, supported, and that their presence in the classroom truly matters.
Proper planning and preparation are key. Make sure to show up to class before the students arrive to ensure an inviting and well organized environment. Say hello to each student arriving to class with their first name, it makes the student feel welcomed, and creates a good start to the class.
creating a course syllabus that will cover lectures, projects, homework, reviews/tests, will better help the student prepare and manage their time in my class
Coming prepared is extremely important. Show students you care by being profesional and prompt.
I've learned the planning and prep of the course is essential to the learning of students, and creates their first impressions.
Even if we are experts in the material we are teaching, preparing will allow the best outcomes not only for your students but also to yourself as a new instructor.
I've learned that preparation is key. When you are prepared your students know it, it shows.
Making an effort to learn your student's names and arrive early is important to set the tone of the class for the day.
I have never taught a lecture without a syllabus, though in the advent of digital learning I think the focus is more on the how and what of technology, rather than the older parts of the syllabus like etiquette, attendance expectations, and grading policy. While I go over that, its more abbreviated due to time constraints and all the supplemental online book work and assessments and such that need to be covered.
This is a good module for overall preparation of a course for traditional university setting. As an online instructor teaching an already designed course with a pre-generated syllabus. this section was not as relevant.
I learned that I need to walk around my classroom to consider the environment from a student's perspective, the presence or absence of necessary equipment or tools, and the presence of potential distractions.
Preparing is extremely important for your curriculum to go smoothly and as planned.
Always be the first one to class, it will give you more time to set up, help maintain a professional appearance and interact with your students. Taking the time to review the lesson plans and create detailed check lists helps keep the flow of information in class, while allowing for more student interaction.
Preparation is key and keep a quick guide for the lesson to make sure you have hit all important topics.
Comment on Heidi STREETMAN's post: Wholeheartedly agree Heidi. I find it very difficult to connect with student with synchronous on-line classes. Would like to learn if there are any proven strategies for this
