receiving rewards
A simple thank you from a student goes a long way with me. I reward my students verbally and when one of my student thank me for helping them, the reward I feel inside is so special.
I truly enjoy teaching!
Hi Jennifer,
Thanks for sharing these comments. It is experiences like this that encourages instructors to keep trying. You are making a difference in the lives of your students.
Gary
This is so true! Last week I was walking down the hall and a student who really struggled through my class last quarter was talking to a new student. As I passed her, she said, "She's a really good teacher, make sure you get her". I remembered how much extra time I spent with this student helping her through the course and I felt proud that she took away a good feeling from me and my class.
Likewise, I like to put notes on my students' papers, especially toward the end of the quarter. I acknowledge their dedication and praise their progress and hard work. It's my hope that by the end they can really tell a difference in what they know about the topic; sometimes that's hard to do, so my reminder helps them realize it.
Hi Kristen,
Students no matter their age or experience like to hear from a person in authority that they have done a good job. This really helps to keep them engaged in the learning process.
Sounds like you do much to encourage your students. Keep up the good work.
Gary
When a student has done very well, I tell them they should be proud of whatever it is. I am specific with the compliments.
Hi Karla,
A "thank you" is a simple reward for all that teachers do for students and yet it is the summit of what we are about, helping others to better their lives and create a future for themselves.
Gary
I think that in the teaching field, a simple "Thank You" is the best reward a teacher can get. Just knowing that you made a difference in someone's life goes a long way for me!
Hi Sidney,
Praise for one's performance is very powerful when it comes from someone a student respects and is in a position of authority. I know your students are benefiting from your support and encouragement.
Gary
Hi Tim,
Good idea! Thanks for sharing it with the participants.
Gary
Yes, verbal rewards go farther than any thing els I think these are the most important things you as an instructor can do to improve a students self confedience,this will help he/she reach there goals.
As an Education Manager, I asked the Instructor group to send in a name and a brief statement of a student that had a "Positive Presence" in their class. It could be based on grades, attitude, hard work, or anything that stood out in a positve way. I would go and pull that student out of class. When an EM pulls a student out, it is usally for negative reasons. I would them tell the student that his instructor said that he was doing a good job and discuss his goals ect. The praise came from his instructor through the EM. The EM made a positive impression to the class. The students self esteem went up a few notches. It is a Win/Win for all.
Telling the students he or she should be proud of themselves for having success for doing something right giving them reassurance that they are an asset to the community and to themselves.
Hi Margie,
Well said about student feedback. I can tell from your comments that you do enjoy teaching and I am sure that your students benefit from your influence and impact on their lives.
Gary
