Elements of Effective Teaching

As defined by JCCC faculty (spring 2015)

A successful teaching environment joins three integral parties: an effective teacher; willing, prepared and
capable students; and supportive staff and administration.
Effective teaching requires content expertise. Effective teaching demonstrates deep subject knowledge,
including key concepts, current and relevant research, methodologies, tools and techniques, and meaningful
applications.

Effective teaching reflects sound instructional methods drawn from the scholarship of teaching and
learning. Effective teaching uses a variety of proven methods for engagement and assessment that facilitate
student mastery of the content. Effective teaching cultivates a supportive learning environment that allows
students to think critically and experiment with the material, providing constructive, encouraging and
corrective feedback.

Effective teaching communicates successfully. Effective teaching clearly articulates high, achievable and
purposeful expectations. Students receive timely, substantive feedback in appropriate forms. Effective
teaching adeptly guides meaningful course activities, allowing students to advance their knowledge or skill.

Teacher's Creed

We believe in giving the best of ourselves in

all endeavours and to show care

and concern for our pupils and for one another.

We are committed to create a harmonious

and gracious community where every pupil

and colleague is given the highest regard

and where diversity is valued and embraced.

What are the characteristics of an effective teacher?

The top five qualities of a great teacher, according to students, are:
The ability to develop relationships with their students. ...
Patient, caring, and kind personality. ...
Knowledge of learners. ...
Dedication to teaching. ...
 Engaging students in learning.
Good practice in undergraduate education:
Encourages student-faculty contact.
Encourages cooperation among students.
Encourages active learning.
Gives prompt feedback.
Emphasizes time on task.
Communicates high expectations.
What are the elements of teaching and learning?
The principal elements that make teaching and learning possible and attainable
are the teachers, the learners, and a conducive learning environment. The
teacher serves as the prime mover of the educational wheel. The learners are
the keyparticipants in the learning process.Aug 8, 2012