As I reflect on this course, I’ve gained several valuable insights that I’m excited to implement with my Health Science students. Understanding the importance of a clear, well-structured syllabus has been a game changer. I now see it as a roadmap, not just for content, but for setting the tone and expectations for the entire course. I’ll ensure my syllabus outlines objectives, timelines, grading policies, and available resources from day one. Being transparent about what is required and expected helps build a respectful, productive learning environment. I’ll clearly communicate what success looks like in the course, both academically and behaviorally.
I believe giving students the information early on to be successful in my class is essential to creating a positive class environment. Providing expectations, procedures, assessments, and timeline in more than one way give students a sense of owership of how to be successful in my classroom.
I have learn that self reflection is important specially after a class is over to evaluate the students and your performance as the instructor. As an individual there's always room for improvement and taking that time to see what work and what didn't in the the class will help in the future.
Students in adult learning do not always realize that the rules from high school do not apply in adult education/college.
I have learned that I will need to be stern and consise on the expectations of my class.
One thing I learned was the note taking after class about how the class went. What went well, what didn't go well. I would start to incorporate that to improve as an instructor and teacher
I will be making my syllabus more detailed to be sure that students and parents understand exactly what is expected.
Having dates and the syllabus written so that the students can se the whole class time eliminates any confussion.
Including due dates from the start for assignments and not just when the work is assigned is something I am going to put into practice on my next class to see how things change.
Boundaries and expectations are important for students as well as instructors.
What I gained from this section is that I need to be more detailed in my syllabus about the expectations and timelines that I am expecting for my class.
It is important to list the homework due dates in the syllabus as it will help the students know when assignments are due and covers the instructor as well.
I learned the importance of presenting students' with the syllabus so know fully understand requirements and expectations.
The Golden Rule really hit home. The expectations being posted right up front without question is something I can really agree with. I had an issue with that in College. I didn't know when anything was due by, so it stressed me out quite a bit.
I like the part about getting the students to visualize themselves in the role of their goal career and how my course will help them achieve that goal. I talk about each of their motivation to take the course, but then will keep trying to sell the course.
I'm going to amend my syllabus and be clearer and more firm with my assignment deadlines.
I need to do a better job of making assignment due dates clear far in advance. I often change them or push them back and that makes students think they can turn things in late or it makes them hope it gets pushed back. If I'm more intentional about making it clear and scheduling things better, I can make the due dates more meaningful.
By implementing the WIIFM model closely in my teaching approach.
I feel like I am very clear with my expectations in my syllabus. I do feel that I tend to get lax and the students take advantage of this. The late work stat that 10% will be late is unfortunately higher for me. But it does track that it is not always the same 10% mine is usually 5% the same each time though.
After gaining these insights, I have decided to revisit my syllabus and ensure that it is clearer for my students. I will be incorporating the WIIFM model more closely in my teaching approach.
