Pursuing Effective Instruction | Origin: ED143R
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The Most Effective Instructor: Scholar and Facilitator --> Pursuing Effective Instruction
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Thoughtful way to present the power of non-verbal bits to deliver precise and successful ways to reach all students; can be used as we interact with others in general. Great reminders!
This module taught me that effective instruction requires balancing the roles of scholar and facilitator. A scholar maintains expertise, stays current with evidence-based knowledge, and continues lifelong professional development. A facilitator guides students by creating an engaging, supportive, and learner-centered environment that promotes critical thinking and active participation. As a part-time LVN instructor, I plan to apply these concepts by incorporating case studies, clinical scenarios, and discussions into my teaching. I will continue expanding my nursing knowledge while encouraging students to connect classroom concepts with clinical practice and develop confidence as future nurses.
I learnt a great deal of new information regarding how to be an effective facilitator and maintain authoritative stance with my students.
Although I teach online and students can't see my body posture, I know that influences my behavior. I may transition to standing during part of my lectures to embrace the authorative stance discussed in the lesson.
I learned that effective instruction requires engaging students and using active learning strategies. I will apply this by encouraging participation, using questions, and supporting student success.
Setting the stage for the learning environment as a facilitator creating boundaries with students, and how one represents themselves to the class.
I like that my non verbal communication can be just as important as my verbal.
My online classes are recorded so I think I may go look at some and watch my non-verbal cues to see if there's anything I can pick up on to do better or change.
Possibly videotape a class to observe my non-verbal expressions
It is helpful to know the differences.
I ike the ideas for non-verbal communication dos and don'ts.
From this module, I learned that effective instruction is not just about delivering content, but about intentionally creating learning experiences that keep students engaged, supported, and accountable. I plan to apply this by being more deliberate with my questioning, providing consistent feedback, and balancing structure with flexibility so students can actively participate and take ownership of their learning.
Becoming a great faciitator takes practice, but is a much better way to teach. Students are given minimal information to get them started on a quest to actively learn more. A facilitator is available to help make sure students remain on the right track. The students in a facilitator's classroom will be surprised at their growth.
Effective instruction requires a synthesis of deep scholarship with intentional facilitation techniques, specifically through non-verbal cues and "Power Zone" proximity to drive engagement. I plan to apply these insights by maintaining self-awareness of my body language and moving among students to ask probing questions, ensuring a professional yet accessible learning environment.
Facilitator in the "Power Zone" not behind a podium or seated at a desk, amongst the students, engaging and conversing with them, asking probing and clarifying questions to check for understanding
I learned a lot of nonverbal cues, which will help in teaching, as well as the different ways that facilitators use with the students ,
I need to deal with the students as an adult, not an adolescent.
Body language is very important when teaching. It can make students feel tense if an instructor is not self aware and self controlled.
Body language is important to the class, but can also give the instructor confidence in their teachings.
Deepen your scholarly foundation is the best thing I took away from this.
