Exploring Effective Instructional Strategies for Pre-Service Teachers
Dr. E. Mariah Spencer, Assistant Director of Undergraduate Studies and Coordinator of Educator Licensure in English, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb; Naya Haller, pre-service English Teacher and panel organizer, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb; Jacqueline Costa, pre-service English Teacher, Northern Illinois University, DeKalb; Zoe Rehders-Blasco, pre-service English Teacher, Northern Illinois University, DeKalbM-204
This panel presentation is organized and delivered by pre-service teachers, with a particular intended audience of teachers and pre-service teachers who seek new and novel instructional strategies. Presenters will provide evidence-based recommendations on the most effective student-centered instructional strategies for engagement and learning, ways to balance engaging lessons with the demands of classroom management, and ways teachers can build confidence in selecting and adapting strategies for diverse learners. By sharing insights gained through research, we hope to equip session attendees with practical strategies they can confidently implement in their classrooms. This presentation will serve as a resource for teachers who are looking for structured, effective, and adaptable approaches to instruction. The panel’s goal is to bridge the gap between pre-service teacher preparation and in-service classroom effectiveness, ultimately contributing to stronger and more engaging teaching practices.