instructor involvement during orientation
I am interested in any feed back concerning active participation of instructors during orientation?
At our campus Program Chairs are active participants as well. I think it is a really good practice that some of the campuses include adjunct instructors. I think it would help our students feel a little more comfortable the first day if we at least have 1st quarter instructors present for a meet and greet.
Russell--
I agree, setting the right expectations prior to the start of classes is very important. Do you do particular things to ensure this?
Susan
We can set the enviroment and conditions of the class room before the student arives. By doing this, some of the fears a student may have will be alliviated. Making a student feel welcome and comfortable will help them show up for the first day when the anxiety is the highest. It is up to US.
We require the involvement of the instructors of term one courses in our New Student Orientation (NSO). The instructors enjoy participating, and it is amazing the strength of the bond formed at the NSO between student and instructor. We provide instructors the opportunity to share their bio and class standards, to lead student tours; and to answer questions about the program and the school.
Mike--
Adjuncts are a very important part of what we do and keeping them involved is important for us, them and the students.
Susan
I agree. It's tough to get adjuncts to show up to meetings that they're not paid to go to. However, I do see a huge benefit to the students when my adjuncts do show up to events like orientations. It really helps the new student when they see familiar faces on their first day of class.
I teach a very hard subject, Electrical. Many students struggle just to keep there heads above the water. Many times I have gone into their ending class and give a brief orientation and try to relieve some of the anxiety. It does help some to see their new instructor and know that you will be there for them.
Roger--
Awesome! Students are very interested in getting to know instructors. I think so times we discount the effect their involvement can have. Great job!
Susan
Instructor involvement at orientation can have a resounding effecton new students. we have some instructors who attend orientation to talk to the students and I cant count the number of students who come up later and tell how the instructors made a big impression. some even said that they signed up for some classes because the instructors made that strong of an impression on them.
Very important, being able to put a name on the face of people you are going to pass by every day when you will start school. Not feel like a stranger. Yes, to instructors during orientation.
Orientation is a great way to introduce the students to their teachers. This helps them to relax and not feel timid or scared.
Instructor involvement is a postive way to start a new student on campus. When he or she arrives for class they will be ready to start class with someone they have already meant and know.
I agree, we also do not get to speak to the students during orientation. This happens because our orientation takes place on the first day of classes and the instrutor are in class (if they have 2nd mod classes).
Helping with the orientation process allows the students time become more comfortable.
This allows the instructor to voice their point of view and expectations.
I have all my instructors, present during Orientation. I belive that knowing that everyone at the school is interested in helping them and has their best interest in mind. They all get introduced and explain what class they teach and let them know that they are there to help them.
Jesse
Program chairs are ideal for this role, but including adjuncts if and where possible is the best scenario since the students will also be interacting with them.
In some cases, schools have paid them a stipend to attend and participate. With adjuncts, it is always difficult to get them more involved.
Susan
I haven't experienced instructor involvement in orientations other than program chairs. I would like to know how this works with mostly adjunct faculty who are teaching during the scheduled orientation times.
Faculty participation is critical. This is where the students spend the most amount of time and building the bridge with instructors is a key component. The sooner they are introduced and the bonding begins the better for all concerned.
Susan
