I like the point made about taking notes of mistakes that I make in order to avoid making the same mistake twice. Notes can be used as a learning tool.
I loved the table showing "right thing" and "wrong thing", done poorly and done well. I think that this is a great way to picture a class and something to even show a class. Especially any class that involves a performance-based skill. There, students really have to feel comfortable going out on a limb and trying to do the right thing poorly in front of everyone in order to improve. This gives a nice framework for things I can do to help students get there.
I never thought about but will now take notes in my book as to what worked and didn't.
Comment on Elaine Thomas's post:
Assumptions are a lot of our mistakes.
Building student/ teacher relationships to help foster positive student behavior.
Comment on Tyann Thomson's post: I agree with your comment.
As a new instructor I was definitely worried more about the students impression of me and not the things that will never happen. I can honestly say I have never been one of the teachers that were listed in the first portion. I do have a good rapport with my students. Enough that they know where I am coming from and have respect for my insight/opinions.
Planning ahead helps keep everyone on task and learning from mistakes is important (making notes of those mistakes).
I have learned that preparing for class the day before, by organizing the materials I will be presenting has been very helpful to the flow or momentum of the class.
Remembering names of the students and learning from previous mistakes.
Being prepared leads to confidence. I think I need to write a bio that I give to my new students to let them know my background, education and experience. I think this would give them confidence they are in good hands.
Prepared with at least double the content you hope to deliver. That way you always have material to cover in case the assignments go by too fast. Make notes of mistake you may have made in order to avoid repeating it.
Laughing at mistakes helps students see that you're human
I have learned from this that it's okay to laugh at your mistakes and to make notes. To learned from your old mistakes and be prepared for the new ones.
Don't sweat the small stuff and it's all small. Be prepared and self review for continuous improvement.
Remembering names is important. Learning from my mistakes is also.
Making notes of your own mistakes is one thing I learned from this module.
Being very prepared for class sets the tone for the students. They can observe the behavior that is expected of them instead of just hearing it. It is natural to make mistakes but being prepared builds confidence.
Making a mistake is human but how we overcome it is the resolution! Take notes after each class with what didn't work and why to prevent mistake happening again. Tell them when mistakes happen to show everyone that it happens but can be fixed!
Doubling up on content. I agree with this. You think you have plenty of work for your students, but you usually do not. Don't underestimate their ability to take shortcuts or just fly through the material. They're not worried about learning, they're worried about "getting done".
Be prepared and always show confidence in in your ability to convey your information to your students. Demand respect but it should always be reciprocal. Show compassion and be firm. Be consistent in all you do. When you make a mistake and you let your students know, it will usually end up being humorous and that's a good thing. It's the difference between men and machines. Love your students. They should be the reason you're there.
