Something that I like to include in my class to help break the ice, is having each student introduce himself and just share with everyone what or who inspired them to become a medical assistant.  I think it is so important for students to stay focused on the original reason for wanting to become a part of the medical profession.  The stories they share are often very heart warming and just helps to bring the class together as a family.  I also share my inspiration for why I became a medical assistant as welll

This has helped me understand how my teaching style can use some improvements. Using the tools I have learned during this class will help me quite a bit.

Desmond I like your post.  I am going to have my students introduce themselves to one another tomorrow and share who inspired them.  Thanks

I have found that the more fun students have, the more the students learn.  I will utilize many of the games discussed here in my next class.