Your enthusiasm as an instructor lays the foundation for the class. Also learned techniques for challenges with participation.
The study offers some important points about the importance of building rapport with the students. It will aide in assisting in the development of trust, respect and identification of goals that student and instructor have in common.
Keeping all types of students engaged - and how to handle the over talkers and no talkers
I didn't know that the adult attention span is about 10-15 minutes, which is helpful to know when thinking abut course planning for each day.
Proper ways to get students to actively participate and take joiy in what they are learning and show them how it will add value into their lives and careers.
refocus is a beneficial tool to utilize in the classroom
Refocus is a great reminder on how to infuse a renewed and engaging format for the class.
An instructor must focus on the students because that is the reason the instructor is there; for the students. This requires paying attention to the classroom environment.
I intend to engage students with career anecdotes that relate to what the current lesson is.
I previously worked in a High school setting and using the 3x5 cards has helped me in the past with the disruptive students.
This is something I will use now as well.
It helps to keep the momentum for students to have high levels of enthuasiasm. This brings excitement and positive anticipation.
I’ve learned discussions can be vital to the learning process. It’s a way to evaluate what the students know and for you as the instructor to gage areas you might need to do more instruction on.
Knowing my subject matter well . Being enthusiastic , and empathetic , have clarity.
Try to keep students engaged by trying different methods of teaching. Regrouping and trying different approaches can be helpful.
As a new teacher I learned a lot about the role of the teacher in this module. REFOCUS is a highly useful acronym to help inventory your teaching and improve to produce the best outcomes.
I like REFOCUS which allows the teacher and students reflects on their achievements and refocus on their goals.
It is important to keep students interested in coming to class. It is also important to provide a variety of educational learning opportunities
Definitely having a variety of learning methods whether video, mnemonics for memorization, group activities, etc is important to keep students from getting bored
The striking point for me was to keep the students interested and concentrated. In addition, maintaining constant self-reflection as an educator is a must.
REFOCUS. Acknowledge student differences.
