Sage on the Stage OR Guide on the Side

"Teaching is a very noble profession that shapes the character, caliber, and future of an individual."

Sage on the Stage OR Guide on the Side

“A teacher is not someone who teaches something, but someone who inspires the students to give their best in order to discover what they already know.” 

– Paulo Coelho 

Teachers should shift roles from a mere lecturer to an inspiring facilitator who provides resources, monitors progress and encourages students to problemsolving. 

Why is being a facilitator so important? It makes classroom material applicable to student's lives. It promotes self exploration. It enables students to ask questions, find the answers for themselves, and get involved in their own learning. 

As per Houston Chronicle, "Having a balance of traditional teaching as well as facilitation at all levels of education gives students a well-rounded educational experience." 

So, how do you become a good facilitator? According to Association for Talent Development (ATD), here are a few pointers to ponder, 

✅ Define success ahead of time, so classroom activities can be designed to help learners achieve a specific goal. 

✅ Prepare relentlessly for your class, including self-preparation, preparing the learning environment, and preparing the content. 

✅ Start your session with impact so that learners are excited, empowered, and involved from the beginning. 

✅ Keep learners engaged throughout the session by including a variety of learning experiences, such as questions, role-plays, practice exercises, and opportunities for learners to share their experiences and learn from one another.

✅ Remember, with the right tools, continuous learning and positive mindset, it is possible for us to turn into great facilitators in no time, facilitating learning in a fun and engaging way!

With the right tools, continuous learning and positive mindset,
it is possible for us to turn into great facilitators

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