On The Other Side Of The Fence Practical Tips For First Time Teachers

Most teachers take their responsibilities very seriously. As a rule, new faculty set tougher personal standards for themselves and constantly seeks innovations that will establish them as credible instructors and satisfy the needs of the students. In reality, how do we know if student needs are actually being met? How do we measure our successes and shortcomings? As a new faculty member, I try to use my years of student experience as my guide to class preparation. I subscribe to the old adage “do unto others...as you would have them do unto you”. In my goal of becoming a better teacher, I utilize and recommend the following common-sense strategies: