learning from the student
I have learned more than I wish to admit from student about myself about course material about how I can make a mistake and redeem myself without loosing face admit the mistake and move on Don't be afraid to try new things and remember only what the learner has learned is learned
Cecil:
You sound like a gifted teacher. It is important to always be open to learning to be a good teacher. What kinds of students do you have?
Lou
I do agree with that. Keeping an open mind has helped me grown as an instructor.
Raymond:
Thanks for taking this workshop. What are some of the things that you remember learning from a student?
Lou
I totally agree you need admit mistakes move on and ask students about up-dated info. the may have seen or heard on the internet.
I have to agree with you. I have found that my students have pushed me to the limit when it comes to my ability to teach. Which in return has made me strive harder and realize that I am capable of alot more, when I felt I wasn't. So I too am learning from them.
Shawnie
Many of my students come from the field in which they are studying. They often bring new insights and techniques that I am able to share with my other students.
I learn more each day from students with technology nowday its easy for students to look things up.
Thanks, Danny, we have only scratched the surface as to how technologies can supplement not only communicatkions, but the entire learning experience.
Jay Hollowell
ED107 Guest Facilitator
Danny - since I am not a great user of the internet - except as it relates directly to my courses - I can assure you I learn much more from my students about the various "opportunities" on the net than I have ever heard of.
I actively solicit from the students means and ways to improve the class. After the first three-four weeks of class, I use a small group project to discuss these ways and means and present them to me. They are then discussed as a class and their viable suggestions are always implemented into the class structure.
Shawnie - my students are wat keep me growing and expanding - not only as a teacher but also as a person. Wihtout their ongoing input, I would probably become one of those "stagnant," comfortable in my routine, teachers.
I agree,through my years of managing and teaching , I have focused on learning from the students, specially ethnic cuisines.I find the this has been healthy for the class dynamics by having the students feel a part in contributing to the learning processes in the classroom. Most student have better focus and acheive a higher level of competency when this method is used.
Paul Zdanis
If a student has abit more infomation about a subject i am teaching, I always let him/her speak in front of the class to share that infomation
I always delight in having students in my class who are or have worked in the field in any capacity - I encourage them to participate and contribute to the "reality" of working in that field. Similarly, I delight in having foreign students, since they can add signficant information about working in their countries and the cultural differences.
Many of my students are adult learners, and some of them have work experience in the field I am teaching (massage therapy). I like to make sure and ask the students to contribute to class discussions, things from their own work experience which can benefit the class. I had one male student who had been expressing a lot of feat that it would be difficult for him to succeed as a massage therapist, due to being a guy. Even though I reassured him, he still was worried. When he got into another class with another guy who was already working as a massage therapist, we were able to have a great discussion about the challenges that male therapists may face. I think he learned more from his classmate on this topic than he could ever learn from me.
I myself have learned a lot from students. I think it is a good thing. Sometimes they have experiences that we just have not had yet and some of their information can be very useful.
Well Michael - you may now have now gotten two incomplete messages. I have a new laptop that I am not accustomed to yet. It is playing tricks with my fingers!
So - I do agree that students have a great deal to offer. We all bring something different to the table and we certainly can learn from each other. Great observation and very astute.
How do you hasness that very valuable resouce so that all students equally benefit?
Regards,
Jane
Though I may not agree with believing everything seen/heard/read on the internet, I do believe a certain amount of credit should be given to students with valid information. Even if the information brought to the table merely opens the door to further research on certain topics, learning 'side-by-side' with the learner is fun, rewarding, and in some instances respect building when students see you as the facilitator putting forth the extra effort you request from them. Living in the south has limited my knowledge on winter recreation equipment. I admit my shortcoming, and when approached with an in-depth question concerning such topics, I ask the student to do some research, and I will do the same. When I come back the next day with some info to rekindle the discussion, they are surprised that I take the time and effort to 'practice what I preach'. If they did their part, the learning becomes truly exciting. Even if they didn't, it is understood that they are taken seriously, and may spur further learning!
Hi David,
Your classroom time must be very interesting! In my education experience, I always enjoyed an instructor who continued to challenge and play a part in the classroom experience with the students.
Keep up the good work!
Jane Davis
ED107 Facilitator
