An instructor that comes across as having low enthusiasm will project those same feelings onto their students. A successful student needs to have high enthusiasm and that starts with the instructor.
David,
I agree with the passion part of teaching. We have to "bring it" if we expect our students to be excited about the content. The other strategies you mention help set the stage for successful learning and student engagement.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
Yaima,
Big time important. If we come to our class excited about our subject it rubs off on our students. They start to value what we are teaching them at a much higher level.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
Ifeel that they know if you like to teach and care if they make it out in the field they have pick out for thenself.
If the faculty doesnt show the passion for their subject, why would the students?
Why teach if you're bored with your topic?
Faculty are encouraged to arrive ten to fifteen minutes early, with everything ready to go so they only greet the students.
I arrive early, set up my PowerPoint, make sure I have white board markers and erasers, greet them by name as they arrive, and then wish them a good morning or afternoon depending upon the day.
I'm showing enthusiasm and they can feel it.
Is important that the instructor is enthusiastic, we are the person they want to imitate, a pessimistic teacher is not a good influence on people who have goals to meet, more than that, they need people who give them support and encouragement.....
I completely agree with you. I always tell my students that one day they might be standing in front of a class teaching.
I think enthusiasm is one very important part of student retention. My students always tell me that my enthusiasm and love for my profession encourages them to complete the course.
enthusiasm and passion of the instructor is encouraging students in the class topic, the content of each class will be as important as where the instructor is able to put enthusiasm in teaching, this is transmitted students in a positive way and get the message so quickly, we thus retention, making them interested in the subject in question.
Instructor enthusiam is the key for student retention , if the student dont see the motivation in the instructor , there is no way they can be motivated in the class.
If an instructor is not excited about the materils that are presented, how can students get excited and want to learn the material?
Enthusiasm and animation by the instructor are keys for a successful delivery of the message.
An Instructor must have some passion for what it is they are teaching. In my enviornment it is easily expressed and transmitted to students by the manner of instruction. IT is true that some topics entertaing thier attention better and is easier than others. The trick is to entertain in disguise with facts, learning and comprehension will take place with out students even knowing. It is amazing what they will retain when they do not feel being taught or talked to rather being involved in the conversation.
Doug,
Like your excitement and dedication to teaching. Bringing passion to the classroom helps "sell" the content you are going to deliver that day and in the days that follow. In addition, you are being a role model for your profession so the students get to see what a professional looks and acts like.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
Hi! Doug Allen here.
Enthusiasm is crucial!! It reflects the confidence that an instuctor has in the content and his ability to communicate it to students. Obviously, instructors aren't in the classroom to entertain, but they also have to show excitement for what they do. I want my students to understand that they have my undivided attention during class, I also want them to see that I enjoy my chosen profession. I know the course material and I truly enjoy conveying that knoweldge to my students. I hope that by setting an enthusiastic example, I can get them excited for what we do, involved in the process, and ultimately "pumped up" about their own chosen career. My concern and excitment go hand in hand. I want my students to become enthused about my subject and know that I have confidence in their ability to master it.
Frances,
I always enjoyed having instructors with passion for their field. You are bringing such to your classroom. Enthusiasm is catching as you know and the more you bring it the more your students will catch it.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
I carry my enthusiasm and love of what I teach through sharing where the career has taken me--this gives them real insight into applying the classroom material into the career they have chosen. My love for it comes through over and over and I want them to be excited about it as I was.
Instructors that are engaged in the class both on a personal and professional level will retain students interest and ultimately retain the student for the life of their coursework.
Enthusiasm in the class is one of the valuse I have as an instructor. The enthusiasm I have tends to rub off on the students. They like my class and enjoy being in the class. This in turn provides motivation for them to get their assignments done and move forward.
From the first day of class till final exam day an instructor has to project himself/herself as a positive role model. Showing enthusiasm for a subject is instrumental in promoting an open and positive environment that is conducive to learning at all levels. If an instructor shows apathy towards both subject material and the class this could lead to irreversible consequences in class morale which could lead to a decline in student retention.
Rhina,
Passion for your field and excitement about being able to share the information and skills related to the field is an important part of teaching. You are right on with your comments.
Gary
Dr. Gary Meers
