It is critical to be professional not only in the classroom but also outside of the classroom in public
Hi Madeliene,
I like your thought process of exemplifying a positive instructor image. You are on point. Thank you for being a role model for the future leaders of tomorrow.
Patricia
Hi Sharon,
Positivity is contagious! Most students will definitely catch it, if you have it.
Patricia
you being a positive instructor always helps students it rubs off on them
Punctuality, organized, prepared, encouraging, professional attire, availability for students, takeing a personal interest in each student's success and fostering it, respectful, able to admit when you don't have all of the answers making us more human and less "feared"
Hi Sara,
I like your thought process when it comes to exemplifying a positive instructor image. We are constantly being watched by students, colleagues, etc.
Patricia
Preparedness, professional appearance, positive attitude about the class, school and students, creative projects, time management and classroom consistency.
Hi Patricia,
I really like the video where it's explained that once you become a friend to a student, they become very disappointed. Students "think" they want a friend but what they really want is you to transfer that "I care about your success" mentality from the classroom into their general world, and as an instructor, while you may hope the best for all students, you are too busy to care beyond the classroom level in any great way for a student. So, I think creating a positive instructor image hinges on balancing being friendly with the students while not becoming a friend to the students. In previous observations, I have had superiors say "I think you are too friendly with your students." This is because I DO know my students names, I chat with them casually before class, I say hello _____ if I see them outside of class, I will even laugh and joke when appropriate, and I offer EXTENSIVE feedback in their writings and journals. So, yes I am quite friendly with my students. I always tell my superiors though, "No, you have my pegged wrong. I am very aware of my appearance as their instructor and I am a friendly person by nature-- I am friendly to my students, I am friendly to the guy bagging my groceries or the officer who pulls me over. I am friendly to everyone but I am not a friend to any of these people." I think being friendly creates a positive instructor image, but sticking to my guns with policy, lets students know just because I might smile and ask how your day is doesn't equate to an easy A or me hanging out at your BBQ on the weekend. Just the other day a student received a 60% on her paper and as I passed it back to her I asked, "Did you enjoy your vacation in Texas to the family reunion?" Not only did it break the ice that she got such a poor grade, but she saw that just because a student might not be doing well, doesn't mean they are black listed or that I don't remember who they are.
Anne
Steps I try to follow to create a positive instructor image are: (1)I try to be a role model for my students. (2) I follow school policies and dress codes. (3) I'm prepare for and on time to class . (4)I'm not afraid to tell a student I do not have the answer, however, I will research the question and get back with them . (5)I'm open to student suggestions and will utilize ideals that can be beneficial to the class.
I create a positive instructor image by always being professionally attired. always being prompt to class, always being prepared for class and always demonstrating my knowledge of the subject matter. I view my role as instructor as not only imparting the necessary information and knowledge to my students, but also a modeling component where the students are looking to me as a model of the profession.
Hi Jon,
Students need to know that you are approachable, and you make them feel comfortable enough to want to communicate with you.
Patricia
Hi Robert,
Great response! You get from your students what you expect; raise the bar high, and you will be please with what you get.
Patricia
Hi Suzanne,
A professional certainly leads by example. We have to talk the talk and walk the walk so to speak.
Patricia
Being professional. Staying organized. Maintaining a positive attitude both inside and outside the classroom.
Make sure you are ready for class and set the bar for what you expect. If you start your class this way and hold the students to your high standards throughout the training session you will develop a positive image with the students and earn thier respect.
Introduce yourself to each student and talk with them. Show interest in each of them as a person. Give some insight as to who you are, your education background and highlights of your career. Establish a positive open communication environment, where the students feel comfortable talking with you. This is by far the most effective approach to establishing a comfortable stress free learning environment along with creating a positive instructor image.
Hi Walter,
Students need encouragement. It is always good to let students know on the first day that they can succeed in the class. I also like to tell them that the majority of the students get A's in the course, if this is the case.
Patricia
To create a positive image I first ask the students their names and to tell me a bit about themselves and their goals. I then describe my background, my education, job experience and my years of teaching. I try to assure them if they come to class and do the assignments and ask questions that they should do very well in the class.
Hi John,
It really does. You as the instructor set the mood/tone for the entire class.
Patricia
Hi Bonnie,
It really gives students a sense of comfort and importance whenever the instructor share their personal contact information. Students need to know that we geniunely care about them and their success.
Patricia
