I have learned that setting yourself up to be sucessful starts with preparation. Let the students know what is expected of them and what the objectives will be. The section about late and missed assignments was very helpful because it shined a light on how to make the student responsible for their actions while at the same time giving them a chance.
It helped me understand that my students are adults and are in the transition in learning that themselves. Often times they feel they might need the constant redirection or reminders to turn in assignements and it is important to draw the line in the sand from the begining.
Preparation and organization are key to successful teaching and class management.
I have learend some strategies to engage students when first meeting them
I have learned that reminding students of due dates, even if the dates are in the syllabus, is a good idea to prevent students from turning work in late. It also protects the instructor if and when a student states he or she did not know when something was due.
I have been teaching now for less than 2 years. Many of the items discussed I picked up rather quickly but, some the strategies I read about are very interesting and appealing. I will definitley incorporate some of these strategies in my daily instructions.
I always have students team up and work with one another. It's good to know, it's a good stragety
Reply to Ramiro Reyna's post:Now that Moodle communicates Lessons, assignments and due date is great. My job is to ensure students understand the timeslines and goals for assignments.
Reply to william Burkett's post:Role models are great! However, students want engagement and attention getters in the class room. Engaging students is key.
Starting a new cass can be challenging. However, getting to know your students every mod and becoming familiar with what works and what dosent' work for the class always makes the introduction to a new instructor and material run more effectively. Students must be engaged from the first day of class and setting the expectation in a positive classroom environment is always the key to success, for the student and yourself. Once you engage students the time files and students want more. Classroom management starts with the instructor and students envolvement from day one. Get that right from the first day of class and its a win-win situation for everyone.
I learned how to start a class with ice breakers. Making them feel evolved and not so nervous. The syllabus has all the information that is need to know about the class.
On the last video she talks about helping students feel better about them selves when sharing something in class. The student may not have the best or correct answer but its my job to help them critical think it out plus there peers will see also how smart each and everyone of them really is. Giving them the confidance to stand and talk is just the beginning of there path to where they are going in there career. Plus letting them know the real world aspcets of deadlines to be met and expectations .
I cover the syllabus the first day and it covers everything student needs to know for the couse. Very useful information.
First day of class and in course annoucments talk about communication, resources, and open office policy. Stuent need to know about communication so they are very aware of the missing work and help that 10% to better communicate so help them get out of that 10%. Well informed students will get them motaviated to doing good.
Practice what you teach. Always show students professionalism in your teaching so that they grasp and learn through example.
Videos always help to drive point!
Remind, Post, and review dates for assignments-No excuses for missed assignments!
As new students enroll in the class it is key to set the stage. Grasping the attention and setting open conversation and team work. As educators we are selling the product of What's in it for me. Deadlines are a criticul part in knowing what is expected education and in the work force, as the syllabus holds all the information, make it clear and concise.
Work with the student to complete assignments. Be aware that they have different learning styles and complete work at different rates.
I provide my students with my bio, the syllabus, and general housekeeping rules in my welcome email. The bio helps them learn something about me. Icebreakers work very well when I speak before business groups and they are a very valuable tool in a classroom. The students also need to know the answer to the WIIFM question. They also need to be engaged and know that their opinions matter. For example, in my Customer Service class, I encourage differing viewpoints because that's how we all learn from each other.
It's also important to set expectations and deadlines, and answer any questions about the syllabus before and as the class progresses.
