What can we do on the first day and what should we do?
1. Involved the students quickly - self introduction, small group discussions
2. Identify the importance of the module
3. Set expectations
4. Establish rapport
5. Reveal something about yourself
6. Establish your credibility
7. Establish the "climate" for the class
8. Provide administrative information
9. Introduce the subject matter
" Remember that it is imperative that you do on the first day whatever it is you want the class to do the rest of the semester. If you want them to discuss, discuss on the first day. If you want them to work in small groups, find something for them to do in small groups on the first day."
Reference:
http://honolulu.hawaii.edu/intranet/committees/FacDevCom/guidebk/teachtip/firstday.htm
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Setting expectations is the big one I think. That will help mold the classroom into what it needs.
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