Karen Altland

On the first day of class we have an open discussion about cheating. I stress there is zero tolerance for cheating. I also explain to the students that during the testing time they will spread themselves out and the desk must be cleared. It is always  explained to them why this is done. The students always need to know the "Why".We discuss it is not because I don't trust them, but because during test time they should be able to relax and not have to worry about someone else looking off their paper. One of the biggest complaints that I… >>>

@LKatsumata : I totally agree. If the instructor is nonmotivated and just in the classroom for a paycheck the motivation level of the students will not be there. We always have to remember to put ourselves in the students place. If it was my education I would want a motivational instructor who is truely invested in my education and who motivates me to come to class.

@miriamdelcampo :  I believe that the first day of class is critical to reach out to every student in the classroom. It is critical that every student knows that they are an important part of the class room in order for the class to run effectively. The first day of class I have the students do a buddy list. They put their name, phone number, email, and cell phone or home phone number. This is a way to connect the students with each other and myself. It is helpful in letting the students know who is in their area and… >>>

@ramsey75 :

Postive reinforcement is critical to the students learning. I agree that giving immediate feedback is critical. I know sometimes it is hard to keep up with all the paperwork as an instructor but the instructor must carefully review the test and be sure it will be graded and given back in a timely matter. I find that students anxiously want their test results sometimes given back immediately.I also think that using acronyms to help the students remember material works. I often let them make up the acronyms as a group and share them with the other students so the students… >>>

I find that building a rapport from the first day of class is critical for the students and instructor. Respect is critical in the classroom and I feel as though respect is earned. Students will not respect an instructor if the instructor is not showing respect towards the student.I loved the suggestions on how to recharge your batteries. It is so easy during mid-mod for the students and the instructor to fall into a slump and forget the actual goals and focus of the subject. Having the students write their accomplishments in the last few weeks really helps them to… >>>