C. A word of advice. Purposes of the First Class Meeting A. Communicates the nature and content of your course to students. B. Introduces you to students. C. Explains why students should take your course and how they profit from successfully completing it. F. Differs depending on your goals, level and size of class, etc.
Students have differing needs.
First year students may need more detail and support than upper level students. G. Keep in mind that students will not retain all of the details presented during the first class meeting. Decide what is crucial and repeat it during the second week of classes. How to Improve Your First Day of Class A. Attend workshops such as this one. B. Talk with colleagues.