The first day is the time to get to know your students and for them to get to know you. The first day students should be informed what is expected of them and the syllabus of the class. At the end of the first day, they should be looking forward to finishing the course of study.
This section covers the importance of the introduction not only of the instructor but of the content. It is a good practice to set expectations early.
We are all bad at remembering each other's names, so do not expect to know them on the first day, but do make an effort to learn the student's name, nickname, or how they prefer to be called.
Introductions, ice breakers and covering course expectations are necessary parts of day one.
Having students sit in the same seats they chose on the first day of class and using a seating chart is a helpful way to remember student names more readily. Desk name cards are also an effective way to learn and remember student names, in addition to taking digital headshots of students and having them write their preferred name on their photos.
"Everyone enjoys having his or her name acknowledged and remembered by someone else, especially if the person doing the acknowledging is a person in authority. This is why you must work extra hard at learning the students’ names as quickly as possible from the first day on. You have already called roll so you have had one run through of matching names with students. Also, the students have created name tents so you are looking at faces and names."
I am horrible at remembering names. This will be helpful.
Make a to do list to help you keep on track. Greet your students as they arrive.
Making a first impression is something that you should make sure you do when meeting new students.
I realized how important it is to learn the students names and enjoyed the tips to learn them to familiarize yourselves with the class.
It's important to get to know your students and allow them to get to know you. This allows the student to connect with each other as well.
From this module, I've learned the significance of making a strong first impression when meeting a new class. I plan to apply this by preparing a welcoming introduction, clearly outlining course expectations, and fostering open communication with students. My aim is to establish a positive learning environment from the beginning, encouraging student engagement and participation throughout the course.
get to know the students so they feel comfortable during this learning experience
Introducing yourself, your challenges and your experiences is another way to show your students that you are a person and an instructor as well. Also helps build a foundation for communication and comfort in the class setting.
Your setting the rules of communication, business, and how the game is to be played. The first day is building your first impression and establishing a common framework to work and learn in.
I was surprised about the suggestion to take a picture of each student. I think the notecard approach is effective to get to know students and practice putting a name to a face.
It is important to know your students. Conducting an "Icebreaker" exercise can be beneficial, not only for the instructor, but for the students.
I love the idea of giving a pretest about what is going to be the content in the course. Not for the grade but showing them what they will learn. I also like the idea of them coming to class already having looked over or reviewed the material to be taught that day.
Every student has a unique background and experience that can add richness to the classroom. It is important to learn all about student cultures, lifestyles, way of learning, and all around about them so you can make them a part of the learning.
It's important to make a good first impression with a new class. A great way to make a good first impression is to take the time and make an effort to learn people's names and to pronounce them correctly.
Learning each student’s name and addressing them by their name shows I’m interested in their learning.
