It is important to set clear expectations and ensure that the classroom environment is safe and comfortable for the students. Learn their names and have them become familiar with each other.
It is important to impart to your students that you care about their learning which in turn helps them be motivated to succeed.
Introducing yourself and providing your expertise and background allows students to trust and respect your knowledge on the content being taught. It builds trust.
Introducing yourself and having each student do the same. Using name tents to help remember names.
In order to create a comfortable and effective learning environment, you must allow the students to get know you with a positive introduction and providing your professional experience and also allowing the students to introduce themselves so in turn you learn about them as well.
I like the idea of doing a attendance and finding out how to pronounce names and then doing the 3x5 cards with their name, email, phone, and maybe one thing to note about them. Having them sit in the same seats the first few weeks will help with memorizing the names and faces.
As it says, first impression last forever, thus, first class should be as excellent as possible
Letting the students know a little bit about you is important not only so that they can relate to you but also know that you too may learn something along the way because there is always something to learn.
Introductions are very important, I love the idea of coming up with ways to remember students' names. very important
By learning each students name you are showing them respect.
Meeting the class for the first time sets the tone for the entire academic term, establishing rapport and building trust between the instructor and students. It is crucial to introduce oneself clearly, outline course expectations, and create a welcoming atmosphere to alleviate anxiety and encourage engagement from the outset. Additionally, using this opportunity to establish classroom norms and communicate the course structure helps to establish a foundation for a productive and collaborative learning environment throughout the semester.
The first day sets the tone and stage for the class. The professor should be welcoming and interested in the students.
I am fairly a new instructor and each class still feels like the first class. I like how this course reminds me of the value of those first moments.
Comment on Jessica Guerra's post: I agree with you. Even if they have taken a class before, I am amaze how important is to get them the opportunity to know each other.
It's important to introduce yourself, tell the students a bit about yourself and your background and have them do the same. Give them an outline of the course, the goals, and expectations for the course.
It is important to know the student's name and use their names when communicating with them
First impressions set the tone for the rest of the class. Welcoming students into the classroom at the door. Teachers need to be friendly and approachable. Ice breakers for each student to interview another student to find things in common and why they are taking the class. Giving time to go over the syllabus and teacher's bio as well.
Introduce yourself and just be you. extremely important to remember names and have them introduce their self to the class
It is good to let students know class expectations the first day to relieve anxieties and being friendly lets the students know that you care about their learning.
Developing a good rapport with the students is important, and effectively introducing the course criteria so they feel comfortable. Clearly layout expectations, policies, and progression.
Just be mindful that you're working with students, and exemplify that you're part of the same team working towards a common goal. That the their success is valuable, and how you as an instructor comporting yourself impacts that common goal.
