Understanding Student Characteristics | Origin: ED102
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Student Retention Methods --> Understanding Student Characteristics
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Getting to know a little about each student and adjusting the program material to work for the majority of the students. Addressing extrinsic needs of students, the classroom, will take away one obstacle to help students learn more easily.
Every student has specific needs and learning styles. Its important for me, as an instructor, to understand those needs and try to tech the lesson according to their style of learning so that they can better retain the information being presented.
After reviewing the material on understanding student characteristics, I learned how important it is to recognize that every student comes into the classroom with different experiences, learning styles, and levels of confidence. Some students may be hands-on learners, while others learn better through reading, discussion, or visual demonstrations. As instructors, it is important that we recognize these differences so that we can create an environment where all students have the opportunity to succeed.
i feel like with me i want to show my students that i am here for them and to always ask questions cause i still ask them and that i am here for them
That being knowledgeable and prepared are very important in adult education
In coaching we speak about seeing the client and seeing as the client. In adult education this means not only recognizing who the learner is, with their history, pressures, culture, and lived experience, but also stepping inside their frame of reference long enough to understand how the material looks and feels from their side of the screen. When we teach adults this way, learning shifts from information delivery to meaningful engagement, because we are responding to a real person rather than an abstract role called student.
From this module, I have learned that I will need to take special care to tailor learning to adult learners
Adult learners bring invaluable experience to the table. Much of their life knowledge is applicable, and adaptable, to be utilized in class discussions, and will help validate their acquired skills. Validation will help boost morale, increase relatability, and improve retention and success rates.
Helping the students in the classroom or clinical area is rewarding especially when the students acknowledge how much the help mattered.
The learning needs of the students matter and also providing the needs for their success is important. Coming with a plan before each class and letting them talk and express what helps them learn I find is helpful.
I understand as an instructor the students need direction but letting them be independent and think is important for the basis of their learning needs. Every student has different learning needs but it is good to set a presidence for the students learning styles.
You gotta see through your student's eyes to relate to them. Everybody's going through something, understand, but don't complain with them. Remember, you're the professional side....
Understanding that every student learns differently
Having fun in class can be more challenging to create in a virtual environment, since it is harder to build energy and interaction online. However, this has motivated me even more to find creative ways to bring fun and engagement into each class. By being intentional with interactive activities, discussions, and a positive atmosphere, I am determined to make learning enjoyable and meaningful for students, even in a virtual setting.
Reading about the extrinsic needs of students, the module discusses the importance of creating a learning environment that is supportive and conducive to success. I believe that a virtual classroom can offer the same qualities when it is designed intentionally. Consistent announcements, clear and ongoing weekly communication, and regular live online sessions help create structure, connection, and support for students. When communication is timely, expectations are clear, and the instructor maintains a visible presence, a virtual environment can be just as engaging, supportive, and effective as an in-person classroom.
Understanding students needs to encourage and support them to be successful in their class
Understanding student characteristics is basically like figuring out everyone’s “learning personality." By mixing things up in class so every type of learner gets a moment to shine and we all have a little fun along the way.
Good to take a look at the class room and lab from a students perspective before you start each class.
Third try, this is where I have difficulty, but I'm very happy with the content of this course.
