The major issues demonstrated in the video are the lack of respect and bad attitude towards the teacher and learning in general. This is evident in the video. The students are not keen on listening to the teacher since some have earphones and while others are busy talking while in class. Some of the students are also mimicking the teacher. As such, with this kind of behavior, it will be nearly impossible for students to obey instructions from the teacher or participate in class activities such as asking questions or engage in discussions. Additionally, the students are engaged in unsound behavior such as using cell phones and laptop in class, sleeping and pep talking (Billings & Halstead, 2012). These unsound behaviors offer distractions hence diverting students’ attention and concentration from learning activities. Learning and at the same time engaging in this kind of behavior does not benefit the students since they will not be able to grasp anything in class or listen to the teacher. There is also the issue of bullying; this is shown where one student pulls the hair of another student without fear. Moreover, there is the issue of unpreparedness, the students have arrived late to class and they are not ready for the lesson. In the video, we are shown the teacher waiting for the student to get ready so that she can start teaching.
In addressing the issues above, the instructor could start by requesting the students to put all their cell phones, headphones, and laptop away. This will be followed by introducing the topic and asking the students to give their thoughts on the topic. The teacher should emphasize that all answers are welcome hence no student should feel shy or intimidated to answer (Gaberson, Oermann & Shellenbarger, 2015). Additionally, instead of reading the notes on the board, the lecturer could give brief summaries and request students to note down important points. The teacher should also request the students to adhere to the class rules and policy set by the school administration. The instructor should also remind the students that those who break class rules will be reported to the relevant authority after class.
Reference
Billings, D. M., & Halstead, J. (2012). Teaching in nursing: A guide for faculty (4th ed.). St. Louis, Missouri: Elsevier Saunders.
Gaberson, K. B., Oermann, M. H., & Shellenbarger, T. (2015). Clinical teaching strategies in nursing. New York: Springer Pub.
