A Practical Guide to Effective Post Secondary Teaching and Learning
The Excellent Professor
1. Knowledge of Subject Matter
- Has a thorough knowledge of content/discipline
- Presents materials that are current and relevant
- Knows the conceptual framework of the discipline
- Is knowledgeable concerning current applications of knowledge
- Has relevant work experience
2. Adequate Personal Relations with Students
- Has a friendly attitude towards students
- Provides constructive guidance
- Accepts students' viewpoints with an open mind
- Listens to students' ideas and challenges
- Conveys an appreciative attitude through smiles and nods
- Is considerate and patient with students
- Is sincere when communicating with students
3. Adequate Planning and Organization
- Has a well organized course (daily plans, materials, lesson and course flow)
- Uses class time effeciently and effectively
- Recognizes the need to sometimes modify course and daily plans
- Has a continuity and linkages in course materials
4. Enthusiasm in Working with Students and Teaching
- Is very enthusiastic about the discipline
- Gestures and is mobile when teaching
- Gets excited about student accomplishment and ideas
- Demonstrates interest in students' academic and personal lives
- Always makes an extra effort to help students
- Is a dynamic and energetic instructor
5. Adequate Teaching Methods and Class Procedures
- Adjusts teaching style to class situations
- Provides ample wait time for students to answer questions
- Uses a variety of techniques and methods in teaching
- Provides opportunities for relevant activities
- Uses a variety of audio-visual materials
- Relates student ideas to subject matter
- Uses problem solving, inquiry and discovery teaching methods
