douglas ramsey

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I try to motivate students by getting them involved, in clss and lab. In lab I don't want to see people standing around, I want them working.

douglas ramsey

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learnativity

My course is a perfect example of learnativity. Classwork lectures are followed by lab and hands on work.

douglas ramsey

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The Human Factor

I do see a strong connection between the human factor and Customer Focus. I like to get to know the students asap, and make them comfortabl in class and lab. I also have to have their trust.

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Student Challenges

I face more than one challenge from the students, some are poorly skilled from high school, while others may not have mechanical experience. In this class I have students of different ages and maturity levels. I try to teach the class by reaching out to all the students at their level.

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First day Preperation

The first day of the phase is very important, first impressions last a long time. I like to organize the classroom, and lay out the course guide before the class starts. I also like to straighten the desks and chairs so it looks neat when class starts. I have to manage the course so that the students get all the information they need, and I try to mentor the students as needed to make sure they understand the material. The material in Ed 101 has helped me reach my goals as an instructor in these areas. Doug Ramsey Instructor Avondale

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First day prep

I've found that the first day of class sets the tone for the whole phase. Good class control on the first day is vital to establish a proper learning enviroment and to head off future problems. Before class starts I like to have the course materials laid out at every seat, chairs down, and the room organized. I know I have to have my best game face on for the first day, first impressions set the tone. If I have a student that is disruptive, which is very rare, I make a point of yanking his sorry butt out into… >>>

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Classroom appearance as a plus in learning

I teach at a large technical school, and the instructors are encouraged to dress-up the classrooms. My students are happy as long as they aren't bored, so I try to keep them entertained during lecture. My course is Advanced Diagnostic Systems, and we have two large cans hanging from the ceiling about 8 ft. apart. They are connected by a string which has a sign attached "CAN NETWORKING". We do cover controller area networks, and the students get a laugh when they notice it.I also use posters that relate to the automotive industry to brighten up the room. Doug Ramsey… >>>

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The teaching enviroment

What effect doe's Instructor style have on the students overall performance in a course? Are scores improved in a structured but friendly enviroment?