Pursuing Effective Instruction | Origin: ED143R
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The Most Effective Instructor: Scholar and Facilitator --> Pursuing Effective Instruction
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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.
This was a good reminder that non-verbal cues are almost more important than words. I often cross my arms if I am not sure what to do with my hands. I will refrain from doing that while teaching though so it is not interpreted as negative.
The main thing I learned in the module that I did not know was all of the body language cues that can be given when teaching a classroom full of adults. I am going to be sure to practice those things.
When imparting knowledge for adults it is important to give respect in speech as well as demeanor. Being thoughtful about body language, the type and patterns of speech we use can all have an impact in the success of the students.
Facilitators develop a comforting learning environment and foster learned self-confidence by using nonverbal cues to de-escalate any problems that might occur. Always be aware of the nonverbal messages you may be displaying during lessons and remain in control when students are not following the daily expectations. Avoid personal topics and sharing opinions with the students, as they might get offended.
Different methods that a facilitator can utilized to manage the class into a positive outcome
the scholar is a speaker
the facilitator is a listener
Facilitators develop a learnin environment that is comforting and fosters the learneds'self confidence. Using nonverbal cues to de-escalate any problems that might occur. do not treat adolocense as being children iys counter productive. Avoid personal topics and sharing opinion with the student as they might get offended
How to use more open stances in front of the classroom with my students to be more welcoming.
It is important to not treat adult learners as children.
La interacción correcta, con los estudiantes, empleando métodos y técnicas adecuadamente estudiadas nos permite ser, cada vez, mejores facilitadores y obtener mejores resultados con los estudiantes, eniendo en cuenta, siempre, el contexto.
Our classroom set up has a lot of barriers. I will try to circulate around more and not just stay up front and look for ways to reorient the students during the lectures.
