i think that if i'm a teacher at any college and all i have to do everyday is give out papers, tell the students plz read this, and every friday have a quiz on it...well i'm in heaven!!!!!!!! do i really need a masters to do that? the whole point of becoming a teacher is TO TEACH, and i'm not just talking about one specific teacher, i mean i've encountered alot of them during my beatifull life...jeje
2006-09-11 06:48:39 · 9 answers · asked by Leon 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Higher Education (University +)
Those who can, do.
Those who cannot, teach.
Those who cannot teach, teach teachers.
They were hired for their expertise in their subject matter, not on their ability to impart it to you.
2006-09-11 06:56:37 · answer #1 · answered by SPLATT 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If every professor taught the way that you mentioned above (reading x number of pages and having a quiz at the end of the week) then there is no point in even going to class. You can do all of that stuff on your own.
I have had some professors like that in the past. A lot depends on what college or university you are attending. If you are attending a college or university that is primarily a research institution then it may be more difficult to learn since the professors are primarily there because of research funding. Also, you may have a TA teaching some of your labs and may even be filling in for the professor. If you are at a smaller college or university then the professors are more likely to be available to help you or even spend more time in explaining the subject. Smaller colleges and universities (schools with only bachelors programs or with bachelors and masters programs) are typically focused more on teaching than research. It might help to know what your learning style and personality type is because you may find that your personality and/or learning style may be the complete opposite of the professors that are teaching the courses you are taking.
As an undergraduate I went to a college that only has bachelors programs and I absolutely loved it. Of course, there were some professors that I didn't like because of their teaching style but that didn't keep me from thinking that all professors are horrible. I just had to work a little bit harder in those courses. It sounds like you want everything to be easy and don't want to work hard for a college education. If that's the case, then quit. You don't need to waste your money on an education. If you do stay in school then when it comes evaluation time let it be known that you think they need to work on how they present their information in lecture. Be specific. Even though it wouldn't have helped you it may help a student in a future class.
I am now in graduate school working toward my MS degree. I don't want to teach but I know that I could if I wanted to. I have some teaching in the non-traditional setting through work and internship experiences).
2006-09-11 14:10:33 · answer #2 · answered by fieldworking 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The best and most overlooked way to improve classroom education of any kind is to introduce the use of board games. I have taught for over ten years all over the world, and only when I use board games do students voluntarily insist on extending their classes for two, three, even four hours. Not only that, but they then show the most rapid improvement.
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http://www.rpg.net/sites/edu/1-1.html
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http://www.gama.org/uploads/nS/XX/nSXX7lbqv9r-V1glq3UvQg/GinEBrochure1.pdf
Give it a try and you will be amazed. At least you will be helping to break the monopoly that the big textbook publishers have over the education industry.
2006-09-14 23:55:11 · answer #3 · answered by wenshidi 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you at a JUCO, 4-year college, or research university?
The first 2 should have very good teachers. If not, then write a letter to the dept head or dean. If it's a JUCO, be adamant, they have lots of applicants to find a better replacement.
If it's a research university, you may get a Prof who is better at research. Or you may get a teaching assistant, who is a grad student who'd rather be doing his/her research so they can graduate!
Many universities have great faculty, who love to teach and do research. But, you'll find the poor ones there too. Not much you can do, but learn to learn by reading their handouts.
2006-09-11 13:58:04 · answer #4 · answered by Iridium190 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It sounds to me like you are talking about a "teaching assisstant."
In my college courses, my teachers stood at the front of the room and lectured about the course material for 50 minutes.
It was the discusson group classes, usually only once or twice a week, where the TA gave out papers, quizzes, and answered questions about both.
2006-09-11 13:56:15 · answer #5 · answered by Jim T 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
a lot of professors are research professors. they get their masters or phD in something and then get jobs as professors just so they can have the school pay to further their research. so teaching is not really their main focus.
2006-09-11 13:55:45 · answer #6 · answered by Niecy 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
some people just become college professors to say "i'm a college professor".. they are sad little people. just grit your teeth and take what you have to take.
2006-09-11 14:01:23 · answer #7 · answered by .jess 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
check out the peter principal
2006-09-11 13:58:48 · answer #8 · answered by topchamp2 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
most teacher don't know how to teach
2006-09-11 13:54:23 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋