I could totally relate to Mr. Reynolds! We are a lot a like in being silly, being loud and animated, and LIKING to teach! I think its important for your students to know how passionate you are about your job, that you take it seriously, and throw out all the positives at the beginning to get the students excited for the time they will spend with you. I also like that he doesn't jump all over the rule book and trusts that students "know better". Being clear about expectations is important, and having a discussion about what your expectations are for your students and classroom is just as important as letting them know what they can expect from you as well
I always told my apprentices #1 rule is your not allowed to get hurt!
Paying attention to how our own emotions can impact the class is incredibly important because it is one of those things that can be easily over looked. If the instructor is in a bad mood, those emotions will spread and make their way to the students. This can be a big deal when it comes to safety. Emotions can cloud our judgment sometimes and because of that it is always important to take your emotional state into account when talking about safety.
Procedure, procedure, procedure Safety, Liability, Classroom management, etc.. there are procedures for procedures, its a lot! But all of these resources and programs have given an understanding of why. There is so much that I don't know and I don't know to ask, Im new, but with all of the information, tools, resources, programs available, I feel more confident than I did before I started this program.
I really liked the first day of school ideas. I have now taught a few classes and what he had to say was very interesting.
Setting up safety, rules and boundries and expectations up front is the best way to provide an opportunity for a positive learning environment. I love our third party safety program and appreciate it even more after seeing this content.
Classroom safety is an absolute must and should be a priority.
I am going to have a safety quiz based off safety procedure and rules.
Communication and organization are key. Lack of either will cause low morale and chaos.
Learning different 1st day activities will be most helpful.
The importance of safety and the why of safety being taught to students is critical.
I agree that safety is always the number on concern. It is good to remember that safety things may seem obvious and second nature to use as adults yet our students need reminded of what and WHY. My students do much better with remembering the what when they understand the reason behind it.
Good classroom management and clear expectations from teachers sets the groundwork for safe learning environments.
Safety,safety,safety,protecting not only our liability as teachers but for the students as well.
I've learned about the importance of creating a positive learning environment. Most importantly, I was reminded about the fact that we must due our due diligence and be consistent about holding students accountable for breaking the rules and following safety procedures in the classroom.
I implement safety on day 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 etc. It is important to let students know especially middle schoolers that horseplay is not tolerated. Most classes are extremely good, which is nice. While taking this segment of the course I really thought about how to make the students understand that they were not being safe and now with new semester I plan on implementing that strategy!
I like to make a good first impression.
I learned that an accident can evolve to a law suit for negligence if a students parents decide to sue. That it is our total and complete responsibility to keep the students safe. No excuses as to why the accident happened. Even if the students have been OSHA certified, the instructor is completely responsible. Maybe sticking to the rules and not worry so much about acceptance and more about safety. Make safety #1 in our shops.
Having clear expectations around safety, respect and individual duties will remove a lot of uncertainty from the classroom.
Don't be scared, be responsible. Yes, accidents happen, we need to be prepared to properly act without fear of negligence. Teach and prepare students to be accountable and responsible for themselves and each other.
