Setting the Stage for Success | Origin: ED104
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Class Management Strategies--> Setting the Stage for Success
Post what you've learned about this topic and how you intend to apply it. Feel free to post questions and comments too.
To create teamwork building and a learning space that will help lesson anxiety.
I will review the syllabus as well as the late assignment expectations. Reviewing these items will set my students up for success in my classroom.
Being concise, structured, and thorough in the syllabus with the information provided and exemplifying the pertinent points with colors or boxes I think is a good idea to really reinforce where the students focus needs to be in the course work.
Making sure that students understand the syllabus and are really reading to know due dates, test dates, etc. Most of what was in this module was for college students....
Established a clear and structured approach to help students stay on track. It's important that the students understand the "course" of this class. Providing both a verbal explanation and a written calendar gives students multiple ways to absorb the information and refer back to it as needed. This kind of transparency not only helps them plan ahead but also reinforces personal responsibility.
I learned about the importance of setting expectations and sticking to them, as to help the students feel less anxious about the new material and to keep the class on track with the course material.
I liked the section about late work and expectations. We just have to be sure our expectations are in line with the school expectations. Regardless of our beliefs, our practices need to be in line with board policy or we're just pissing in the wind.
Comment on Jan Bennett's post: It sounds like you’ve established a clear and structured approach to help students stay on track, which is so important, especially at the start of a course when expectations can feel overwhelming. Providing both a verbal explanation and a written calendar gives students multiple ways to absorb the information and refer back to it as needed. This kind of transparency not only helps them plan ahead but also reinforces personal responsibility.
I like the different color paper and different fonts for the syllabus!
I learned different tips for motivating the students for a new course. As well as the "what I thought was going to happen" vs what actually happens approach, and expectations vs requirements.
I found the idea of changing print, color and font can help highlight areas of interest
If the faculty are not excited for the content, then I don't want them in the class. They will bring down a class faster than anything else.
I'm going to set better due dates outline on the syllabus and go over the expectations right away.
It is extremely important to communicate the expectations at the beginning of course. As a clinical nursing instructor, I find that this helps in decreasing confusion and anxiety in students.
I have done some of this naturally, but it was good to get concrete examples on how best to relate to the students, create interest in the class and manage their expectations.
Posted from Tchelinda Hunter
I learned that you must provide students clear directions and expectations of the class. Provide students opportunity to engage with peers, also when they are asked a question, make their answer sound better, work with them, let them know it is OK to share without expertise.
From this module, I’ve learned that effective instruction goes far beyond delivering information—it’s about connection, motivation, and adaptability. Every student brings unique experiences, challenges, and learning styles, and as an instructor, it’s my role to recognize those differences and create opportunities for success. I found it especially meaningful to learn how empathy, enthusiasm, clarity, and expertise can directly impact student motivation and retention. When students feel supported and confident in their abilities, they’re far more likely to engage and apply what they’ve learned.
I've learned that it is important to have group activity and interaction with each other. We should also set clear guidelines and expectations for the students on the first day of class.
Creating an ice breaker in the beginning and create activities that include teamwork
