Nelia Diaz
A pretest gives your students a idea of what is going to be covered in the courses and how they are going to be assessed.
First impressions can set the tone for semester. It is very important to connect with the students in a positive way.
By sharing about your career experience you are establishing yourself as a person of expertise and Authority.
It helps students to actively engage with each other as well as learn about their instructor's background
I learned that to motivate students it’s reasonable to set expectations based on business and industry standards incorporating activities that engage the students in the learning process. Another thing is giving students a pretext which will help and give them an idea of what is going to be covered in the course and how they are going to be assessed. Lastly, having a sense of where the students will be going with the course and how they will get there with an expectation. This will set a standard for the course to be valued and enjoyable.
This module seems to operate on the assumption that we do not have about 4 hours of content to cover in addition to the introductions and course orientation. A lengthy introduction would be nice, but it is simply not plausible in a rapid-paced nursing program. I may do an introductory discussion thread for them ahead of the first class to establish somewhat of an introduction before class begins. I like the name tents concept though. I have wanted to do this before but have not yet.
Comment on Dr. Pamela Wooldridge's post:
I agree with this, it is important to properly pronounce a persons name.
When meeting a class for the first time, the main takeaways from a learning module focused on planning, preparation, and the syllabus as a contract include the importance of establishing clear expectations, building trust, and setting the tone for the course. The syllabus should be presented as a foundational document that outlines course objectives, grading policies, required materials, and behavioral norms, essentially serving as a mutual agreement between instructor and students. This initial meeting is an opportunity to communicate your commitment to student success, demonstrate your preparedness, and invite students to take ownership of their learning journey. It’s also a chance to foster a respectful and transparent classroom culture from day one.
The first day can be overwhelming, for the students and the instructor. I make a 3 x 5 card for myself with an outline of what I would like to cover. Because the students don't often remember everything I presented, I give them a written handout of what I cover that day, so they can go over it later at home. I do let them know they will have a test the next class, and what it will be about, however, I wait until the 2nd class to discuss strategy of test taking, and other details related to testing, to try and spread out the information a bit so they do not become overloaded on day 1.
Make an effort to get to know the individuals in your class, after introducing yourself and your background experience to them.
I learned that personalizing classroom time for students is important to provide a successful learning environment. To create this, it is essential to learn each student's name and address them by that name when engaging with them. Being early allows time to discuss topics beyond what is covered in class and sets the stage for building relationships and trust, which are essential to productive classroom time.
Make sure that you introduce yourself and then open the floor for students to introduce themselves. Then lay out clear expectations of what is going to happen. That way students dont get scared because they feel like they have no idea what is happening
First impressions are important. Getting to know each student and making them feel that they are an important part of class will help to retain their interest.
Learning names is my focus. People want to hear their names. period.
First impressions are important, they set the tone for the session, and getting the students to engage will help them understand that they are all here for the same thing...... to learn.
Engaging in activities focused on introductions it will set comfort for students, and also help create relationships for the future.
The first impression can set the tone for the course for the entire semester, so it is important to plan and prepare accordingly.
It is very important to make sure you introduce yourself and have the student do the same.
First impressions are important in creating a lasting impact with hope for students to feel positive and inspired after their first class.
First impressions are important, they can set the tone for the entire semester. Be mindful.
