How important is my appearance?
- Wear whatever you feel is appropriate to your role as a GTF. Your appearance always communicates your perception of your relationship to the class. At one extreme, I feel a suit is formality overkill. At the other extreme, I have had a class get out of control because I was too casual, too early. It is not a mistake one makes twice. Ultimately it will be your ability to establish a good relationship with your students and your instructional expertise that will win their confidence and respect.
Address questions or comments about TEP or this site to:
Georgeanne Cooper, Program Director, 64 PLC
Phone: 541-346-2177 Fax: 541-346-2184
Teaching Effectiveness Program, Teaching and Learning Center, University of Oregon.
Last Modified:
07/07/09