cecilia robertsCHEP

I find that when I have personal stress issues at work. It helps me to have a close friend at work to talk with. Giving me New perpectives of the situation at hand.

I find that when i write things down on the white board, it helps the class accomplish their activities.

I find that I have different levelsof stress. 1. Being that I am not familar with the course. 2. Not having taught the course. 3. Feeling that I will not be very successful with student. Did ii get the information across. Then there is my outside personal stress. Relationships of family,friends,health,money etc.

I find that when I am organized and have all my ducks in a row, my class runs much smoother. I feel less stressed and the students seem to follow suit. They grasp the lesson more efficently.

When working with a student that is a bit slow on catching on to the subject, I find that my focusing on their strenghts helps them to improve all around. They find the subject more interesting and ask more questions.

How do you deal with a student that is being difficult or disruptive in the classroom? I ask the student to step out of the classroom or to stay after class and discuss what was the problem.

Creating extra credit projects for students who did poorly on a test, a projector or to get the grade up. This gives them an insentive to better themselves It gives them hope of being able to pass the course. Knowing that they have to study or work harder toward their goals.

How do we keep students interested in subject matter. We all have different learning skills. We need to access the class as a whole. We see the good the bad and the ugly. First, are students excited about taking the course? Second, is the instructor in tune with student needs? Third, get to know how each individal learns. What leavel are they at? I cover these points when in our first meeting. Make them comfortable.

The personality of an instructor is a huge part of the class. Students either will think that you are optmistic or pesimistic. Is the glass half full or empty. Can they ask you question with out feeling stupid. Empowerment works well.

I believe that when you know yourself, as a human being aka the instructor. You can recognize your strengths and weaknesses. This inturn will help you to be more organized and positivre the class. No panic sitiuation. You will be able to prepare for your weaknesses. Be come more confident.