Letting the students know what is expected from them While making them feel comfortable.
introduce self/course, discuss accessibility, take attendance, go over syllabus and whats required
Identify content to be dissused during initial greeting in first class setting to set the tone for the duration of the course/training.
It is important to know students names as quickly as possible. Do not rush your 1st days lesson plans.
My motto and the module's emphasis: KNOW your students.
I have learned helpful tactics for learning students' names and how important it is to accomplish this quickly.
Meetingthe your class for the first time can be scary. A thourough preparation using a checkilist for example can make the first meeting a successfull one. There is no need to rush during the first encourter.
this module provided so good tips on learning students names, and also so good tips on establishing the class and its requirements.
that is is important to remeber the three M's, Modeling, Managing and Motivation.
Spending time getting to know your students and time spent explaining the course landscape before proceeding to teach it is of paramont importance.
I like the idea of meeting students at the door on the first day of class and using this as an opportunity to begin learning names.
Yes I agree that the learning of students names is crucial and it allows the student to feel less anxious about the class. Using the syllabus and policies and procedures is also good to go over, but I think the best is what are your expectations as an instructor, and how you will be evaluating them as students.
The importance of leaning student's names and having students feel that I care about their learning. Also helping the student develop a sense of comfort that they will succeed in the course.
Reply to Tikeama Buckingham's post:
Regardless of the setting, I always try to learn people's name. I think this validates people and their importance.
I have learnt about the importance of having a To Do List.
I also now better understand how and why I should make introductions to my students each day.
I really liked the last video where the professor was telling the students that she wants to hear what they are learning about and reflecting on in class discussions. This will motivate students to come to class prepared, ready to actively participate, and to see themselves as contributers to the learning process. This will motivate many students to become more active in their pursuit of learning. I think I will use this approach in the future.
This is another part of preparation to start the class out right, introductions from the instructor tells his or her experience and also introductions from the students to know thier past experience or goals.
Setting the expectations for the class and providing a building safety brief give the students a good foundation for success in the class and tlets them know their persopnal responsibilities. Its hard to hold them accountable if you dont provide them the tools they need to succeed.
Learn the students names and allow them time to get to know each other. Create a safe and comfortable learning environment for the students.
