Create a happy and positive attitude so it is reflected in your students. Kindness is key!
I have learned from this course that keeping students engaged and committed to learning starts with fostering a positive and welcoming classroom environment. Small key practices such as learning student's names correctly, greeting them at the beginning of class, clear communication, and demonstrating genuine enthusiasm for the course can have a meaningful impact on student motivation and dedication towards their goals. I plan to demonstrate these strategies by developing strong connections with my students, promoting active involvement in class, and creating an environment where every student feels valued, supported, and capable of achieving success without feeling discouraged.
One thing I learned from this module is that student retention depends on creating a supportive and engaging learning environment. Small actions like learning students' names, greeting them each class, setting clear expectations, and showing enthusiasm for the subject can make a big difference in helping students stay motivated. I plan to apply these strategies by building positive relationships with my students, encouraging active participation, and creating a classroom where students feel respected, supported, and confident in their ability to succeed.
Keep a positive and engaging learning environment
Understanding that students are human too. You should treat them the way you want to be treated, by showing compassion and respect. And that, learning can be fun! If you are excited about the subject, then the students may also get excited and interested in the subject matter.
basically treat your students with same respect you would expect to be treated and be fair.
To be both human, and humane.
One key idea that stood out to me is the importance of building strong relationships between students and educators. When students feel supported, valued, and connected to their learning, environment, and persist through challenges.
An instructor’s enthusiasm and genuine commitment to teaching play a key role in motivating students and fostering their engagement and success.
It is important to stay out of the "rut" of teaching, continue to be enthusiastic about the subject matter, and convey that excitement while teaching.
The students are what is important and they need to feel like they belong so that they will want to learn.
Opening the class in a "lighthearted" way allows you gauge the mood of the students but also gives them a moment to relax before starting the lesson material.
That student retention has just as much to do with the instructor's enthusiasm for the subject as the student's willingness and excitement about the material being taught.
Using different ways to learn and remember students by name. That is something I always respected about my teachers growing up. Also, having prizes for competitive goals is definitely a good thing. Just pay attention to who all has succeeded and who hasn't. In doing so, you find who in your class needs some extra help. Pour into them a little extra and watch them glow when they win the next competition.
I intend on boosting the engagement level with students by adopting personal relationships with them; and by using organized learning methods.
Bringing excitement to learning a subject that may not be as interesting is always a challenge. I tend to tell a story of when I made a mistake and how I dealt with it when trying to make a connection with the subject and the importance of why it is important to us in our field. Take a serious situation and point out the WHY and HOW it came to be along with the understanding mistakes WILL happen to us all but comfort them in knowing in this class/lab is where we are practicing. Make mistakes now as to not make the same mistake in the field. Recognizing progress and giving encouragement the whole way.
Opening class with a joke or something light-hearted is helpful to set a fun tone for the class.
create space where students can relax and focus on what's being given to them. Rather than a space of stress.
