A major takeaway is also one of the most simplest, have a notepad and use it!
The environment you are teaching in can directly influence how effective your teaching is recieved.
A clear and concise syllabus is imperative !
a good reminder of what learners, especially first-time students, are looking for on the first day/syllabus day.
This creates structure and accountability and the standards you uphold.
Being prepared for the class as a whole and each class individually is important. Knowing students names and being present and enthusiastic about the material and knowing the syllabus, objectives and lesson plans are a must.
Importance of laying out goals, expectations, grading, etc. with the syllabus. Also, the usefulness of checklists to make sure I don't miss anything if the flow of class is interrupted.
Having a well planned syllabus is an asset so that students know what is expected from them right at the beginning. Being prepared and having a checklist to be ready for your class is essential.
I have learned that it is very important to plan and make the syllabus is clear.
Pre-planning and and awareness of the learning environment can help make learning outcomes for effective.
I use post it notes to as a note pad. That way if an issue needs to be readdressed I can save the notes on it.
Create a syllabus that is beneficial to the instructor, but most importantly to the student for course guidance.
I learned the best ways to develop any course. Also I understand and add a new information how the instructor behaves inside the class. Moreover, the teaching environment, text book, course contents and teaching skills are most important to offer active learning.
It is important to make a checklist of what you are going to do for the class and to review the course objectives.
prepare...prepare...prepare
Being Prepared with a Checklist and showing up 15 mins early to class are great tips!
It's important to have a well developed syllabus for the success of not only the students learning but to help the instructor with being successful during the instruction.
Early preparation is essential. Focusing on the students rather than what you are going to say eases the nervousness. Letting the students know what's expected from them.
Always be prepared. Know your textbooks, know your handout materials and create a check off list for yourself on things to do.
Mingling with the class can reduce the stress of the presentation. It puts you on a more personal level with everyone and eases your mind about the barrier between teacher and student. This is highly beneficial when teaching your peers (adults) because of the previous section where they discussed someone in the room will always be smarter. You don't need to sell your knowledge or depth of a topic, you need to sell your passion and interest in it.
