If the students observe that the instructor is not prepared for the class they can loose focus and not benefit from the lecture topic. The instructor is the manager of the class and need to be in control at all times, to do so orginization is necessary.
So that they feel ready to teach the students and not trying to catch up and prepare while in the midst of teaching. We should feel much more comfortable in class and in front of the students when we feel prepared on the subject we are to teach them.
It is very important to set the plan for the students so that they can be prepared and know what is expected of them. Setting an example for the student is very important.
Hi Thomas:
As teachers, we are in the best position to decide how we want to prepare ourselves and organize or time, plan for lessons and gather resources.
We have a established set of course objectives to accomplish, but there are multiple methods to achieve these, and a variety of media resources desgned to minimize the amount of work for instructor involvement, and allows for more facilitation of instruction, as much as delivering it.
Regards, Barry
It is very important to be organized and prepared in class. I learned very quickly to over prepare because the handouts, materials and assignments go very quickly. The presentation of the instructor is quickly noticed by the students. I try to teach the class the way I would want to learn. I let them know what chapters we will be covering that week and when they can expect a test on those chapters. I try and mix it up as much as possible. Sometimes we will read from the book,and sometimes I will have the students come up to the board and answer questions.
It is always appropriate to prepare. The student will feel more comfortable with you when you show tham that you know what you are doing and are organized. It sets a good example
Organization and preparation are critical in demonstrating to the students that you are motivated, professional, and committed to a positive learning environment.
It is very important to be organized and prepared for class to build confidence with your class in your abilities to instruct them.
My only real concern is with all the work that is given to people to do. There never seems to be an end. The lack of organization is a symptom of a bigger problem of knowing when to slow down.
Hi Kent:
You're right, it only takes a time or two to experience the awful situation of not having your studff together to mae a personal commitment to avoid having that repeated.
When organized, we spend time to make time, and that is good for the students. Unprepared and disorgaized teachers usually end up wasting a lot of time, valuable time that's taken away from students. So students suffer when the teacher is unprepared.
Regards, Barry
Hi Dianne:
Good preparation does take time, effort, thought, and planning. Accepting responsibility to teah requires good preparation and organization.
It's interesting, organized teachers take time to prepare, but actually save time that be applied to the class in various instructional activities. On the contrary, disorganized teachers who are unprepared (due to time) end up wasting a lot of otherwise valuable time.
I prefer to get my stuff in order and be ready for...whatever comes that day (hopefully my planned lesson)!
Regards, Barry
Hi Robin:
Part of the responsibilities of good teachers is good organization and preparation. Along with resources and materials, teaching aids and media choices, the well prepared teacher is positioned to deliver a good solid, sequential and logical order class. The atmosphere will be calm, relaxed and smooth, which is conducive to better learning.
Organization provides time that can be used for Q&A, discussion, more emphasis, and increased engagement. The less prepared teacher actually wastes time looking for materials, thashing throgh papers, generally hectic and disorganized. Quite a difference between the two.
Regards, Barry
It is very important to not only prepare but try to think of what you are presenting from every angle. Different student will ask different questions about the material and you need to be able to elaborate on the topic or have the answer. Of course you cannot have all answers and if you don't you may suggest they look it up and get back to you and the whole class with the answer. You should always be prepared and fresh on the topic to deliver a good lecture that student will learn from.
If I am not Mise en placed mentally for my day then I know that my students will not have a very good day. We ask them to come mentally prepared, by studying, reading. We should do the same very night.
Hi Charles:
An organized teacher has put time, effort, thought and planning into their lessons. They have taken the time to gather the needed resources and materialsfor class. They are there to greet students before classs and available to answer questions a student might have.
Organizations produces time; time to instruct clearly and smoothly, transitioning from topic to topic with skill and composure. The class atmosphere is relaxed and calm.
But I don't men sedate. Passion, enthusiasm, and an optimistic attitude create a presentation style that's hard not to be capitivated by. Planning and organizing our classes are key.
Regards, Barry
By organizing and preparing for each class will invay to the students that you are a professional instructor and want to ensure that the lessons will flow smoothly. You should also be prepared for any unforseen interrutions any questions posed by the students. The key is to show your students that you are a professional and want them to learn.
Mr Westling,
As I was considering your question, I had think about those times when other events got in the way of the core mission which sent instructors into class without all the check and balances in place. As an instructor, I'd say you only need to do this once in order to vow and never do it again.
Not that you would ever want to provide students with less than stellar instruction, but the teaching points of not being properly prepared will be the strongest and easiest to understand lessons you will ever receive.
Just my thoughts,
Kent
Hi Mary:
You're right about the time; time used well and time saved through effective organization.
Organized teachers tend to think a certain way; they're focused on the needs of their students, the resources required, the delivery and presentation, and they put thought and planning into how best to teach the maerial pertinent to the lesson.
Anyone can learn to apply theselogical and sequential steps, but some teachers are just more inclined to do it naturally.
Regards, Barry
Organization is critical to an instructor who wants to have full use of the time alloted to convey course content to students.
Good organizational skills also serve as a great example to students for their own success.
Planning ahead, thinking ahead,and aticipating the needs of your students and the intracacies of your course presentation, must be skills that you develop very early on.
Hi Amanda:
Taking the time, effort, thought, and planning to put together and organize our classes makes all the difference between effective lessons and mediocre ones.
Organization allows us to save time, have the needed resources, deliver our lessons in a calm and relaxed manner, and result in a more effective learning experience for our students.
Also, students will appreciate our efforts.
Regards, Barry
Hi Amanda:
You've touced on two important points: one is that of role modeling and the other is efficient time management.
When an unprepared teacher conducts class, it's gonna take more time and the lesson will be less complete. The students will probably notice the disorganization and not appreciate it.
The other is role modeling. When student come to class and are greeted by name by the teacher, and there is time to visit casually or perhaps answer a student question. That stands out. When the lesson begins, the topics are presented in an orderly, calm, and relaxed manner with topics smoothly transitioned from one to the next. Again students will noticed.
Organized teachers can demonstrate through daily practice the techniques and benefits of organization and being prepared.
Regards, Barry
