Feedback on being a Motivator
I am a new instructor and I am looking for advice and or comments on being a motivator and not becoming a “friend” or crossing the line and fraternizing with a student. Good or bad examples of past experiences would be appreciated.
Jonathan's tip is a really good one. Another one that I could offer is to make sure that you take your breaks and use that time to interact with your colleagues. Working without breaks is not healthy. It helps you interact with your students better when you return to the classroom.
You also need to learn to set boundaries.
Hi Jonathan,
I am sure it did. This is approach I use currently and it it works very well for me.
Gary
When I taught residentially, I always liked to show up in the classroom 15-20 minutes early. I'd ask students about their homework and their lives. This allowed me to connect with the students on a personal level in a public environment that was influenced strongly by education. I thought it worked quite well.
