1. SIX OPPORTUNITIES FOR
BUILDING STUDENT
ENGAGEMENT
Lou Cabuhat, RN M.Ed.

2. OVERVIEW
 Syllabus
 First Class
 Classroom Atmosphere
 Classroom Specifics
 Classroom Interactions
 Beyond the Classroom

3. SYLLABUS
 Devise specific learning outcomes
 Spell out expected student behavior
 Describe expected professional behavior
• Student code of conduct
• Uniform policy

4. FIRST CLASS
 Learn students names
 Introduce yourself
 Ask students to introduce themselves
 Meet one-on-one with students
 Learn from your students
 Establish a standard of grading

5. CLASSROOM ATMOSPHERE
 Convey your passion and enthusiasm for the subject
 Create a welcoming environment
 Foster a sense of belonging and respect
 Promote active engagement

6. CLASSROOM SPECIFICS
 Show up early for class
 Start with a student summary of class
 Write a plan for the class on the board
• Overhead
 Have the students stand up and stretch
 Play short games

7. BEYOND THE CLASSROOM
 Manage your office hours
• Fieldtrip
 Reach out to student(s) who miss a class
 Be responsive to E mails and calls from students
 Give plenty of student feedback

8. CLASSROOM
INTERACTIONS
 Make the class interactive
 Call on students constantly to answer questions
 Do a networking exercise
• Fieldtrip to career services
• In-class exercise
 Find a student strength
 Incorporate peer review