Know the objectives of the course and keep them in mind when preparing for each session. I also post an agenda in the classroom before each class session. It helps me to stay on track and the students can see at a glance what is being covered that day.
Planning and prepwork are mandatory.
Preparation is a key component of being a professional. Students will know when you're phoning it in, or simply haven't put the time/energy in to ensuring you are as prepared as possible to maximize the time in the classroom.
These are all excellent learning points and they only remind me what poor professors I had previously interacted with throughout my college career. 90% of my teachers walked through the door at approximately 9:59 for 10:00 classes. Or they had a poorly formatted syllabus that benefitted no one. I hope, as I continue to grow, that my teaching methods are more aligned with what has been taught in this module, vice what I learned from the majority of my previous professors.
I learned that the required prep time is not just for new instructors but will be a part of the process of a successful instructor.
I got the value of a syllabus as a roadmap for students and that ist sets the climate for the class. I also got that I could have faculty review my syllabus and get feeback. Teamwork
Make checklists, have a note pad with me at all times to make notes, Active learning is key, the syllabus is a roadmap for the student. Constructed well it sets the tone for the class.
I have begun to make cnecklists, I am altering my teaching method to one that will be more specific for the students.
Be a person, put your students' needs at the center of your teaching, and keep a notepad with you to make sure to keep "promises".
Be prepared, have a to do list and be on top of everything. Have a plan that will work for you and your students. Write notes.
Be prepared, have a to do list and be on top of everything. Have a plan that will work for you and your students. Write notes.
Importance of properly completed Lesson Plans outling goals objectives and course structure
Being prepared is essential. It doesn't matter if it's preparing for your first class, working on a curriculum, objectives or lessons, making sure you do your due-dilligence and are prepared is going to make your job easier and improve your instruction.
Being well prepared and following the lesson plans will keep you on time and allow you to anticipate the materials and equipment needed to accomplish the objectives well ahead of the actual day the materials are needed.
Great reinforcement in my planning activity and delivery mode.
Present yourself as a person first and then as an instructor. Use a checklist will help ease the first-class nerves and make sure that all of the important items have been covered.
Be thourough with course outlines, objectives, expectations, grading criteria etc in the syllabus.
Planning and preparing carefully and in advance can reduce stress.
Failing to plan is planning to fail
Prepare a list come early
Teh five steps in creating a new course are to select content, set ambitious bt realistic goals, write strong objectives and a compehensive syllabus, and select the best presentation format. Being prepared, checking your classroom to ensure it is adequate comfortable and equipped with the necessary technical equipment and supplies helps to meet the students emotional needs for comfort, security and acceptance and helps them be ready to learn. Organization is key to help you keep track of small support tasks for which students rely on you. I will ensure I arrive early at the classroom to ensure all is ready, and greet my students to develop, rapport and get a feel for the overall mood of the room and keep careful notes of the small administrative tasks I must do to keep the classroom running smoothly.
