Sincerity
While it is important to recognize the diversity of students and respond accordingly, I believe it is equally important to maintain the same basic persona for every student while offering the correct help/mentoring/coaching for their unique situation. Being a chameleon, drastically changing into something different for every student, may help the student in front of you, but it is possible for others to observe this behavior and deem you a phony-baloney.
I agree and try to treat all students fairly. I make a conscious effort to devote time to each student and make it an equal effort. I know the students recognize this as some have commented on their end of course evaluations. They find my classroom instructor demeanor both respectful and fair.
Thank you John!
I agree 100 percent with your statement Being a chameleon, drastically changing into something different for every student, may help the student in front of you, but it is possible for others to observe this behavior and deem you a phony-baloney.
It is important to be genuine and to remember you cannot force yourself to be something that you aren't; teaching is not for everyone.
Renee Bipes
the instructor has to be even and consistant with every student but every student will be different.
Hi John,
You raise a good point. Instructors need to be fair and consistent with all students. What they can do is to bring a persona to the classroom that is reflective of excitement and enthusiasm about the field which can be observed by all students.
Gary
