Feli Ruth Ramirez

There are so many valuable information on how to be prepared as an instructor. It has given me better insight for preparation and expectations on the first day of class. I believe knowing the names of the each student is important, not only for the instructor to be able to communicate to the students, but to let the students know that they are seen individually also. The suggestion made to use a 3 x 5 index card sounds fun and engaging. I want to incorporate a fun learning experience as a way to help memory retention of the course content. 

Comment on Raquel Sariles's post: 

Hi Raquel, thank you for your post. I complete agree with you - to lead by example. There is a hypocritical saying that I hear often that says, "Do as I say, not as I do." That saying prompts me to evaluate my own conduct with others, whether it is within my family setting or workplace. 

Being an instructor is more than just teaching students a course. It involves modeling professionalism, planning ahead classroom time, and to motivate students to success. Modeling professionalism includes displaying appropriate behaviors, appropriate attire and proper conduct in and out of the classroom. Planning ahead involves being prepared with the course content, classroom organization and developing skills to help manage students' learning a success. To motivate students involves providing the students positive reinforcement and feedback.