How Can I Update Myself As a Teacher?
To be a better teacher, it is important to invest in yourself and learn new things. Read books, listen to podcasts, and talk to people from different backgrounds. Keep an open mind, and you will find new opportunities. Attend webinars and online/offline certification courses. Diversify your teaching. Try to learn more about subjects you don’t love teaching. Avoid becoming complacent. Keep up to date according to NEP guidelines.
Be flexible
You must be cognitively flexible to become a successful teacher. Teachers today are exposed to a wide range of students, which can lead to dissonance and disruption. In such situations, a teacher who exercises cognitive flexibility will be able to divert the attention of students and maintain a level of engagement and learning. You must first understand how students learn best.
Engage in positive conversation
Talk to your parent if you are having a disagreement. Listen to their concerns and make it productive. Be clear about your main point as well as the reasons you reached your conclusion. In addition, state what you want to achieve. For example, you may want to establish regular meetings with the parent, provide professional development for the teacher, or seek support from the executive team of the school. Communicate your expectations and goals as soon as possible.
Accept constructive criticism
Although you might be taught to reject criticism of any kind, constructive criticism is essential for professional growth. Teachers need to learn how to accept criticism from students and use it to their advantage. You should not focus on your own shortcomings when you give constructive criticism. If you are given a compliment, or a negative comment about someone, you must make positive changes. This is the best method to transform criticism into positive growth.
Make a video about yourself teaching
You should make a video of you teaching if you have the passion and the skills to do so. This video should include a testimonial from a trusted colleague. A close friend or family member may not be the best person for honest feedback. Some people are not open to constructive criticism. You should decide whether you want to share the video publicly or keep it private. If you decide to share the video via social media, make sure the privacy setting is set to public. Alternativly, you can link the video to your website or marketplace profile.
Be open to self-reflection
Teachers often view self-reflection as a luxury, something that comes naturally at the end of the school year. However, it is important to regularly assess your strengths and weaknesses, as well as your students’ needs, throughout the entire year. Your practice can be improved by taking the time for self-reflection. Here are some ways that teachers can be more open and honest in self-reflection.