Planning and prepping for your classes is the best way for everyone to be successful! It takes the guess work out of your day when you are already confident in what the lesson plan is for the day.
Preparation for class is essential to be successful as an instructor, so you are consistently organized, can begin class on time and have a coherent thought process.
I learned the best way to be successful as an instructor is to be prepared. By having a syllabus with objectives, assignments and exams, grading policies, etc. the students know what to expect and it helps me stay on track and remember everything we need to cover. Getting there early to focus on getting to know the students and checking in with them helps to overcome nervousness.
Bring a notepad to class to preserve incidental information to track later.
I definitely want to go through my syllabus again, with a new lens.
I learned that it’s important to clearly plan out goals, objectives, and the syllabus so students know exactly what they’re working toward. Goals give the big picture, while objectives break things down into specific, measurable tasks.
I plan to apply this by being more organized when planning lessons, making my expectations clear, and if i ever teach in the classroom I plan on creating a syllabus that helps students stay on track and understand what they need to do to succeed.
Comment on Mario Huderson's post: Hello Mario, I really like that you ask the students question about how they feel about a subject. When they open up and tell you that they're not quite understanding, you can find ways to help them, to ensure their success.
I've learned taking notes, and having a plan for your students before class starts helps. Also taking the time out to ask the students questions about how they feelings about the class and if its anything they are struggling with also helps me find ways to keep them from getting discouraged and giving up. keeping the class fun.
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.
