I teach at college level, and after 4 periods of teaching I am completely drained out. I give them everything I've got to make the class lively. Any tips & tricks on reserving my energy levels?
2006-07-04 21:36:58 · 16 answers · asked by Outlaws_2000 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Teaching
Teaching is not an one sided activity, lecture only for 30 minutes, beyond that students loose focus and concentration, then ask questions, interact, discuss, make students to think for a while.
In between take deep breath, that will give you lot of energy. Have a break between the sessions , drink water.
2006-07-04 21:52:38 · answer #1 · answered by Kgs 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I also teach at college level. I have been practicing the five tibetans (yoga-like exercises) for about six months now. The change in my energy level is incredible. I simply cannot stop doing them now, because I go back to feeling like I am totally drained out after teaching for long terms.
The book that teaches you the exercises is only 10 bucks in Amazon. The Five Tibetans: Five Dynamic Exercises for Health, Energy and Personal Power
If you do not want to buy the book, or if you want to start "now" go to:
http://www.10ac.com/five_tibetan_rites.htm (the link to the postures are at the very end of the page)
Give it a try. It takes about 5-10 minutes to do them in the morning in the beginning. Then you gradually increase the repetitions and it will take you no longer than 20-30 minutes a day.
Good luck!
2006-07-05 04:47:59 · answer #2 · answered by submersible 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Teaching college would probably be hard, because I teach middle school and I know I get to teach a different class every period. I'm giving the same material , but the kids make its special.
2006-07-05 04:39:42 · answer #3 · answered by alwaysmoose 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
All that I can say is - make your classes interactive. Let the students also do the talking - though one by one and that too a guided talking. Another simple tip that I can suggest is to press the tips of both your little fingers. It will improve your energy levels.
2006-07-05 11:46:55 · answer #4 · answered by explorer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
After some years teaching 16 - 18 yr olds I know what you mean. My tip is plan activities carefully so THEY do the work both mental and physical. I teach Law and ICT as separate subjects and it works for both of these.
2006-07-05 04:40:37 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Get an additional major and then you can teach more than one subject. Remember variety is the spice of life!
You really need to learn to pace yourself better if you are getting too drained. However, giving it your all is something they can write on your tombstone after you wear yourself into the ground.
2006-07-05 04:52:37 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
if its profession of urs then be profesional and take some time out for your self but if it is ur passion then love it you ll find the energy in the passion in it and on the faces of your student when they look at you with queries and trust that you are there for them
2006-07-05 04:41:53 · answer #7 · answered by simurgah 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
cocaine is always good.....seriously =) as long as you dont take too much or get addicted, youll be the coolest professor on campus =)
That or you can turn a few students into TA's or get some Graduate student instructors (GSI) they are desperate for teaching experience.
2006-07-05 04:41:00 · answer #8 · answered by Kevin K 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
it depends on your self interest, dont feel such nervous while taking class, feel free with students and feel as if you are one among them and teach them, you can go on and on for hrs together. main thing is that your mind should be free from mtensions..
2006-07-05 04:40:53 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you must be having a problem with your students. give them a painful and stiff punishment so that they will never dare to trouble you
2006-07-05 06:33:25 · answer #10 · answered by vicky 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋