This course has assisted in my knowledged of the different age groups. Students in their 20s vs middle adult learners
I've learn how to listen to students when in need and give them feedback in a positive way and encourage them. Also, I've learned how to conduct class with age differances from over 30 to fresh out of high school. Understand that some may have a more difficult time learning the material than others.
I have learned that working with adults that have life experiences and previous work history. We can use this existing knowledge and build off of that to assist in them grasping different concepts quickly. We can utilize these older adults in groups to assist with the younger students since most students can be more receptive to their peers than instructors.
I find that this section allowed me to understand different backgrounds and allowing the students to engage based off of those backgrounds. I see now that students can become teachers as well to help thier peers understand
Learn your students so you can better apply information for them.
Learned a lot from this. Best student retention merthod is to constantly engaginf with the students to get to know them and keep them motivated. Being motivated keeps them focused in class and will have a better outcome at the end of school.
idenifying students support systems, personal circumstances, and fears can help me to direct and facilitate their learning as well as support them in their education.
The course has broaden my opinions on student needs. It is important to try and understand their difficulties and worries so that I, as the profesor, may help them aliviate or possibly even solve these problems. That said, I must also maintain my position of authority as the professor and be able to identify if giving my attention to one student is having negative effects on the class as a whole.
Being aware of a student's intrinsic and extrinic motivations will allow for a better understanding of the individual. Allowing you to make sure they are still focused on a goal which will keep them effectively engaged in the material.
understand learning needs of students, think about extrinsic needs
There are many factors that come into play to help maintain student retention. Most commonly, students fear other factors than the class itself. Being able to help students learn by understanding these factors improves retention for schools.
I have learned it is imperative to see the classroom from the student's perspective.
Learning how important listening is
Extrinsic needs to intrinsic needs of students in learning environment for retention in program and succeeding in learning.
Using real life experiences is key. Most people can relate to real life experiences.
Have the students set a realistic goal is the key to succeed
i have found that having a postive enviroment is importatnt to student retention and behavior.
I learned as an instructor, considering Maslow's basic needs list is a factor when setting your students up for success
This course was helpful to me, allowing me to understand the importance of putting students perspectives, needs, and culture diversity into priority. Sometimes we think that students come from the same type of learning environment, when in reality each individual is different. Students should be encouraged by giving them information related to their career goals to keep them on track and engaged.
You have to get to know the students a bit to know their ability to learn and what they need to learn comfortably without inhibitions .
