Nine Essential Traits of the EffectiveProfessorWednesday, November 14, 2012
Presented by:
Ellen Smyth
Ellen Smyth is currently part of the mathematics and statistics faculty at Austin PeayState University. She was named the 2010 Innovative Professor, an honor given bythe Center for Extended and Distance Education.
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What Can this Seminar Do for Me?
• Improve evals• Raise rapport• Enrich learning
What would students consider to be the
single most essential trait to effective
teaching?
Students' Perceptions of Effective Teaching in
Higher Education
Face-to-face Online1. Respectful 1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable 2. Responsive
3. Approachable 3. Knowledgeable
4. Engaging 4. Approachable
5. Communicative 5. Communicative
6. Organized 6. Organized
7. Responsive 7. Engaging
8. Professional 8. Professional
9. Humorous 9. Humorous
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
How can we show respect?
Fair Helpful
Sincere
Diplomatic
Reasonable
Trustworthy
Michael Wesch, U.S. Professor of the Year
“Love your students, and
they will love you back!”
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“The camera looks both ways.”--Rick Sammon
1) Warm, friendly tone
2) Listen with empathy and understanding
3) Use names
Learn namesShare 2 new ways
you will show respect.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
CompetentEclecticFlexible
Current
Practical
Reflective
Prepare!
Share 1 new way you will
demonstrate knowledge.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
HelpfulPersonable
Accessible
Positive Smile!
Socialize outside class Share 1 new way you will become
more approachable.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
Stimulating
EnthusiasticPassionate
Assertive
Charismatic
MotivatingInteresting
Positive
Interactive
Energetic
Creative
Create an active classroom
Collaborate
Share 1 new method you’ll use to become more
engaging.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
Constructive
Attentive
Understandable
Clear
Evals swayed more by smiles & gestures than what
prof says & writes
Share 1 new way you will improve
your communication.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
Prepared
Focused
Efficient Organize with glass front
cabinets
Share 1 new area where you will
improve organization.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
Accommodating
MIT TV: Thomas Friedman
Everybody loves positive
affirmation!
Share 1 new way you will be responsive.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
Dependable
Efficacious
Punctual
Dedicated
Share 1 new way you’ll foster for professionalism.
Face-to-face1. Respectful
2. Knowledgeable3. Approachable
4. Engaging5. Communicative
6. Organized7. Responsive8. Professional9. Humorous
Happy
Positive
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