The importance of a well organized classroom
The instructor is the leader and what you do is closely watched by students who want to follow in your footsteps. Being in control and organized sets a great example for the students. Having your course outline, study guide, informational materials, field trips, quizzes, etc reflects to the students that you care about them. A unorganized instructor projects a confused person. A classroom unorganized seems unfocused and all over the place. Therefore to be well organized in a well organized class speaks commitment, good teaching and a place for good learning.
Brian,
Good planning and organization will contribute to better student outcomes.
Barry Westling
It also reflects on to the students, I believe. When an instructor has everything organized it can be much more expected that students have that same organization.
Glenda,
Great sentiments. I agree that students observe how their instructor prepares for and conducts their classes, and when they see good, well thought out organization and preparation, it conveys the instructor is competent, professional, and most importantly, they care for their students.
Barry Westling
