Preparing for instruction goes beyond the writing and researching, it is also about the mental preparation and methods the instructor uses to get comfortable with the material, teaching environment and students. Taking the time to learn to correctly pronounce the names of students and actively engaging with them one on one can provide valuable feedback that can help guide and shift teaching strategies to better fit the needs of the learners.
It is important to know how the textbook presents the material, the supplimental materials that are available. Prior to meeting your students, look over the roster and identify names. As students come in, greet them. Be a person first, then the instructor.
An instructor needs to be a prepared, if not more, than what is expected of our students. Knowing the information well and planning ahead helps with first day jitters but also gives the instructor more confidence to be prepared and ready for the students. Arriving early and greeting students makes for personable interactions.
The course objectives need to be more specific to learning needs and topics to be discussed, exams preparations and how class will be conducted.
Deliver the framework and expectations asap so that students understand the course objectives and guidelines for success
Make preparations early, anticipate changes in the first day and roll with the changes.
I learned that the course syllabus is a contract between me and my students. My syllabus should include policies, procedures, resources, goals, objectives, and evaluation methods for the course.
Proper preparation is one Key to an instructors success, in teaching and in students staying engaged and actively learning. Keeping a note pad or notes on yourself as well as students needs or struggles will help stay on task and get what's needed for yourself or your students. Plan, Plan, Plan!!!
If we consider the syllabus to be a contract between instructor and student, it reinforces the need for it to be detailed and comprehensive.
Come in early and make sure you're prepared, because if you aren't, why should your students be? Set a great example and your students will listen and respect your time.
Early and careful planning is a must. This helps reduce anxiety by being well prepared and allows the instructor to get constructive feedback from their peers. Having a checklist and notepad will be utilized to keep me on task and organized not just on paper, but also to help guide my thoughts.
i think the idea of using a checklist
I love the thought of coming in early to greet the students and understand where they are in the learning process.
Be prepared, set the tone in the classroom, hold students accountable -all great to hear !
Planning and planning well are keys to success in the classroom.
It important to ensure you plan thoroughly for your students to arrive.
Syllabus and classroom set the tone and climate for your class. Early planning is supplemental to this in which I plan to implement.
Prepare EARLY and CAREFULLY!
Jotting down quick notes is a good idea!
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