I do use ice breakers for my first class, and I briefly go through the syllabus. I try not to focus too much of my time.... because I really need to get to my lecture or I will be behind with no catch-up time because there is so much material and so little time. I do like the idea of making the syllabus creative with colors and different fonts. One of my stressors is the late assignments because the student's excuses are unbelievable.
In order to provide an effect platform for success for students an instructor welcome the student into his/her classroom. This can be done with 'ice breaker' activities to include but not limited to asking student why they choose the particular career, work experience, family history, etc. Secondly, informing students there is an open door policy allowing them reasonable access to an instructor for their instructional benefit. Thirdly, as an instructor it is vital to incorporate all learning styles to ensure each pupil is able to comprehend, interupt and perform the skill being taught.
WIIFM- Make sure that all of the content can fall into this for students and the instructor. By using the golden rule the instructor can make sure the 10% that need intervention know that everything is in the syllabus.
Information on the first day of class, presenting the syllabus and having an ice breaker activity to decrease the student's anxiety about the course expecations.
I have taught several of my classes over and over, becoming too familiar with them. In putting together a syllabus, I need to remember this all new to new students and write it from their veiw.
the engagement of students is key to retaining them in the classroom. expectations in the classroom are key in having an organized environment.
Engage students both physical and mentally with critical thinking skills applied to real world situtations.
Ensure all timelines are well understood
make sure these adult learning students understand this is career preperation and will thus reflect on them as entry level employees
thank you
Francine
Making sure students understand that as for the WIIFM, turning in assignments by the deadline or communicating issues that may arrive when they don't have a assignments turned in can save them from getting an undesired grade.
It is equally important to have a high expectation for students to show competency in the mastery of their material as it is for them to understand their role in helping to make the learning envirnment as smooth as possible. I often find my classes tend to band together in trying to get things figured out. They learn early on that we all share a common goal of wanting to do a good job. So I will usually ask their feedback by calling on them during classroom discussions. It shows them that it is ok not to know something, but I phrase it in the form of questions to them as if I am trying to find out how for myself. I think it offers a discovery dynamic; we can user our people skills for better understanding how somebody else would solve a problem, and why they would tend to do it that way. The interesting part is when we get to tie it all in together and see which are the most efficient routes in determining solutions.
Set class expecations at t6he beginning.
After every clas take 20 minutes and write down what you thought(planned) would happen and compare to what actually hapened.
I loved the "Put the golden rule principle into effect in your class". This is something I believe we question ourselves about time and time again. Are we giving enough grace? Do we need to lower the benchmark? These are questions we all ask making sure we are advocating for student success? However, as advocates, we must not lower our standards of excellence.
The syllabus needs to be clear and expectations need to be set up front to set to tone of the course.
Setting the expectation of missing/late work early on and frequently to help set students up for success.
Students need to function within 3 areas of learning; Cognitive, Social and psychomotor.
I think it's important to get along with your students and build a good relationship with them so that they feel comfortable with you no matter age or experience in the field. That their success, is your success.
I found it very useful to learn that ice breakers and games help to ease anxiety and promote collaboration. I also learned the importance of having a syllubus with detail information on the course so students are informed of what is expected from them.
The information regarding the syllabus and how a complete thorough syllabus is a roadmap to success with clear guidelines and timelines that will help all students stay on track and know what is expected, when , and why. Also the flexibility of being the sole arbiter of any unforseen issue I valuable to remember. Fair and Firm.
I learned I should take notes after class to figure out what worked and what did not work. Keep the items that I feel worked and improve on what did not.
the importance of setting the expectations, deadlines and what will happen if they are not met and reminding about them . Also the importance of letting them know what is in it for them and how it is differant from high school.
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Create group assignments. Allow for sharing without experience. Students needs to function Cognitivily, Socially, Pyschpmotor
