The Instructor | Origin: ED107
This is a general discussion forum for the following learning topic:
Creating an Accelerated Learning Environment --> The Instructor
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
As an instructor, your class can become a reflection of who you are. The words you use, the way you say things, the way you do things, all of those will lead into the personality of the class.
I like the suggestions on how to handle difficult students. It can be challenging when a student is being "difficult" without becoming defensive and authoritarian.
Avoiding negativity will always be beneficial in maintaining a productive classroom environment.
These are very good tools to have. Always wondered where my teachers and instructors learned how to get the more challenging students to come back around.
Ways to turn troubled students into willing ;earners
The subtle ways to turn a negative condition into a positive one is really helpful when dealing with the various personalities of students.
Using Negative words in the classroom can alter learning. Instruct in a positive manner to address negativity in the classroom
I've learned how being a facilitator rather than a teacher is beneficial and more efficient in the learning process for the students. Also how positivity is a key factor in how the class receives the information and should lead to better results in the retention of the information.
Better ways to to talk to the students and learn what they need.
Something as small as just changing one word in your delivery can completely change the way the student will take on the task.
no matter how experienced an instructor is, there is always something that can be learned from a course they are teaching. Either from the students or different ways in managing the course
From this module, I learned that creating an accelerated learning environment is about providing access to rigorous, grade-level content with the right supports—not just moving faster through material. It involves using data to target instruction, fostering a growth mindset, and promoting student ownership.
I plan to apply this by using formative data to guide small-group instruction, offering student choice through projects and differentiated tasks, and maintaining high expectations with scaffolds. I’ll also continue building a supportive classroom culture where students feel safe to take risks and challenge themselves.
One of the most impactful takeaways from this module was learning the term "Learning Facilitator." This concept really shifted my perspective on the role of an educator. Rather than simply delivering content, I now see the value in guiding and supporting students through their own learning journeys. I plan to adopt this mindset going forward, as it encourages a more student-centered approach.
Another idea that resonated with me was the correlation between how we learn and how we facilitate learning. It’s something I hadn’t consciously considered before, but it makes perfect sense. Our personal learning experiences shape our teaching styles, and being aware of that connection can help us become more intentional and effective facilitators.
This module also emphasized the importance of balancing teaching, learning, and facilitating in the classroom. Striking that balance ensures that students are not only receiving information but are also actively engaged and supported in applying it. I’ll be more mindful of how I shift between these roles depending on the needs of my students.
One practical change I’m committed to making is being more intentional with my language—both what I say and how I say it. Words carry weight, and the way we communicate can either build confidence or create barriers.
I also appreciated the techniques shared for working with “difficult” students, especially the concept of the “negasaurus.” It was eye-opening to recognize how some students use sarcasm or self-deprecation as a defense mechanism when trying new things. Moving forward, I want to foster a classroom culture where positive self-talk is encouraged and where students feel safe to take risks. Promoting positive energy in both the lab and classroom seems like a small shift that could have a big impact.
Overall, this module has given me both insights and tools that I’m excited to implement. I’m looking forward to seeing how these changes influence the learning environment I help create.
I've learned for as an instructor to be more efficient, is to get the students more involved in the classrooms by making fun activities in lectures. Also, to use positive words to encourage the students to fulfill their potential.
I've learned as an instructor your role is not only be a teacher, but facilitator and a learner. As the students get the best of you, they're set for success.
the way we communicate with our students is vital to their success.
communicating positively is effective with students
Focusing on positive sounding ways to address your class improves engagement and learning overall.
wording means everything. Use of the proper words is key in communicating effectively to students.
