One of the most important things I learned is that you must set some sort of expectations for the students so they can be prepared for classes. Some classes require more discussion topics and other classes are skill-dependent. Allowing students the chance to reflect and critically think about the course creates more interest in the topics covered. I love using ice breakers and games to make the class more interesting.
Setting a president early on is crucial to respect between both student and instructor
I once had a math teacher who entered the room on roller blades wearing a helmet, ready to play hockey. He immediately captured everyone's attention. He threw a hockey puck into the forum not aiming at anyone and then discussed the probabilities of that puck reaching a certain distance... then he went on to teach ... the class remained engaged wondering what else he would do... he did stuff like this every class... he was the best teacher I have ever had!
I've been applying most of these strategies in my 12 years of teaching adult healthcare students.
One thing I liked was to give a 3 second pause after asking a question, in order to encourage students to think carefully, and also to prevent the very active students from jumping immediately to answer.
Another point was to make the student sound better when answering a question, until they get it.. That's really good.
I appreciate the tip to set due dates for students
It is important for students in career college settings to buy in to the concept that their ability to function cohesively as part of a group is a skill that is necessary to their success in the world of work. It therefor is stressed as a component of their successful completion of the course.
I have learned that having a nice introduction with the students acts as an ice breaker. I like to use ice breakers in my class too. I have each new student stand up and say thier name and tell why they want to become a Medical Assistant. I have also learned that it is a good idea to read the syllabus out loud , tell the student what my expectation are and what we be doing this my class.
This has been very useful information, I am a new to the teaching and taking this class will help to become a better teacher.
Be clear on the expectations. Put them in writing and also communicate them frequently.
Good points it helps me sharpen the skills I already have as a teacher. Good to be reminded of. this information
I have some main take aways from this:
- Ask the students what is their reason to learn?
- Convey that even the CSV, CIS, MAC classes have information that they will learn and that will help them in their careers. WIFM what's in in for me at every stage. And I need to start including more ice breakers in these classes
- 10% of students will turn in late work. This has helped provide some verbiage to clarify the acceptance of late work from students.
- To ask myself more questions afterwards as to what worked ans what did not.
Reply to Shelley Freshman's post: This is Brilliant!!!!
thanks for sharing
I have learned that being clear and upfront of students expectations in the beginning can eliminate confusion as well as nervousness when starting a course. It is also a good idea to learn what the students expectations are of myself as an instructor. Very good course information presented here.
P.Proctor CRHD, MHA
It reinforced my use of icebreakers.
Team assignments are good at bonding the class. I also like to encourage a "Team" mentality at all times.
I am encouraged by the reminders in this session. The students nedd reassuring and validation for essiential growth.
Ice-breakers help to realease tension and anxiety at the beginning of the course. Creation of the chat with due date and times for entire semester is one of the effective startegies facilitating academic integrity.
I think for me what is important is when discussing the syllabus, you have to set the expectations at the same time. And then when presenting the lessons, the instructor needs to remember they have to teach material the way the student needs to learn it- not the way the instructor was taught how to teach it. I find more often than not, the instructor teaches material how they learned it- which doesnt always work for all methedologies of learners.
I disagree with incentivising for the students. They are adults and we dont give them "aalowance" for completing chores. What needs to happen is the student has to be shown how their hard work and effort will impact their current and future success- that should be the incentive. If we set the expectation of- do your work and you can get extra things- that sets them up for failure. It should be Do what you're supposed to do, when you are supposed to do it, and if you need extra time or assistance, then ask.
Teachers should be setting students up for success, teaching so that every student gets it how they need it, and mentor/advise/coach how to be better.
I AM ALWAYS OPEN MINDED BUT STRICT WITH DUE DATES EXPECTATIONS ARE LAYED OUT DAY 1
I haven't really had my first class as of yet, but I do have a funny, Read everything before you do anything test to give them. I have been co-teaching to start.
