Defining how the students are going to participate in the class helps the students to see how they are going to fit into the class and what they have to do to succeed.
I feel pretty confident that I will be able to make use of these recommendations when starting my class this term
By letting students know a little about you're self and getting to know them a little will make for an comfortable learning experience.
It is important to introduce yourself and your background as well as learning about the students to build a bond.
It is about being a real person. Not just an expert in your field, a person who cares about each student and their success.
It is always a good idea to get the class taking between students and teacher. Letting the student know who you are goes a long way in making students comfortable in the class environment. Having students talk between themselves helps also
Get to know each student and don't overwhelm them on the first day.
Allow yourself and students get to know each other
If you don't know their name, they won't know you.
greet each learner as the arrive to your classroom/ lab. Before your instruction begins, it is a good idea to introduce yourself, talk a little about yourself and experience in this field of study then explain what is expected of them and the goals that you set forth in the course.
Get to know your students
I found some of the approaches and techniques for getting to know the class (students) and be able to discuss the requirements of the course in different manners helpful. I'll be able to incorporate the different methods into future courses.
My students are cohorts and they already know each other. So I will want to learn something about them. Maybe use the "three true things about you and one lie about you"
I will definitely use the 3x5 card game getting to know you.
Meeting the class for the first time I will be intentional about learning their names, making a safe learning environment, and allowing the students to feel comfortable with each other. I have used an "ice-breaker" in which I pair students up randomly and ask them to introduce their "new best friend". Lots of fun doing this and gets the class moving together.
In this lesson I learned the importance of setting expectations, introducing myself, and getting to know the students. I also understand the importance of ensuring the students come away from the first day of class with knowing how to proceed the rest of the course.
I like the idea of learning something about your students to help create a good teaching environment.
introductions from both parties, instructor and student, s it sets the stage for the class
Be open and honest with the students. Ensure that everything is clearly explained and that the students completely understand the expectations.
Taking attendance and writing Mods on the board are effective.
