I liked how one of the videos emphasized teaching to the class as opposed to teaching the material only. I don't think this is an either/or - in other words, either teach the material or teach to the class. I think the instructor must be thoroughly knowledgable in the subject matter and also thoroughly knowledgeable with the type of class he/she is teaching. This way, the instructor can teach specifically to the class; adapting and adopting other styles to best suit the class.

I think students motivation should be cultivated with time and instructors should proceed by steps: motivators should fix some personal objectives during the course, in order to construct their proper way to bring out the best they can from the classroom.
When students reach a sufficient level of autonomy, security and interest in what they are learning, motivators should give rewards, such as more activities in groups, extra debates on particular topics, give students a chance to research individually on some topics, to relate to the class what they find out etc.

This can increase self-confidence, curiosity and a good relationship between instructor and student. This could be very interesting for growing an open-minded way of thinking and a higher level of learning. It could be a good method to stimulate and inspire students to research and keep on exploring, during the course,  and during their life.

I found this course to be very thought provoking.  Amazing what all needs to be evaluated as you prepare for your term and lesson planning.  How is my planning going to be effective or not, depends on how it relates to the students' learning styles, security and autonomy.  I guess a different way to view the learning process when you are on the other side preparing the lecture material and how its going to impact the learning process.  Good Session.

Hello just inquiring if this helps as clinical instructors

This was a great learning course to exercise different motivations techniques in classrooms.

Motivation will keep a student more invovled . Students being more involve in class activities keeps the classroom interesting .

In our institution we see many different aged students. What have you noticed about the study habits between the age groups from 20's up to 50's?

I tend to see the older groups are more focused on the task at hand and have the discpline to get the work done.

Here's a calendar with quirky celebrations on it that can be used to spark student conversation.  I love that the first day of the Nutrition class I am teaching is Cheese Lover's Day! https://www.daysoftheyear.com/

Here's a calendar with quirky celebrations that can be used in the class to spark conversations.  I love that the first day of the Nutrition class I am teaching is Cheese Lover's Day!  

https://www.daysoftheyear.com/

As a instructor i find it hard to reach out to a student who is struggling without them feeling bad

Good lesson

Good lesson

I often get students that feel being the underdofg in class because of age and always encourage them to use the older age as wisdome over the younger ones to navigate through with greater outcomes.

How do we motivate younger adult learners who just do not have the

Drive? 

As a new instructor, sometimes it is hard to connect with new adult learners. What is a best example you could provide to help understand the process more?

How can I best engage the students in material that appears outdated and historical

What is the best way to motivate students individually without the rest of the class thinking that you only care about one student.

I never shoot down a student when they ask a "dumb" question.  But, it is hard sometimes.

Same thing with a "dumb" answer.  Sometimes I am shocked by the answer and struggle a bit to turn it into a positive.

 I enjoyed this course

The education of the student can be seen as in business. In business to get your product to the consumers you have to market to the right market, and understand their needs and wants.  The same can be said about students they have needs and wants it is up to educators to figure out how to meet those needs and wants .