Kimberly Bechtel

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I cannot express enough how much the learning environment impacts a student's education. A learning environment should be a very positive open place for students to feel comfortable learning and even making mistakes.

Kimberly Bechtel

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Personal experience

I was an instructor previously for 3 years and am blessed to be now leading students again. I have learned that I always have more to learn. I learn about students and learning styles and conforming to a new way of doing things.

Kimberly Bechtel

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Personal experience

I was an instructor previously for 3 years and am blessed to be now leading students again. I have learned that I always have more to learn. I learn about students and learning styles and conforming to a new way of doing things.

Kimberly Bechtel

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Sharing

Sharing is a great way for students to participate and become active leaners. It is also a great way to start or end a lecture.

Kimberly Bechtel

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Staying focused

So many times I have gotten burned out until the end of a term. Not because of teaching, but mostly administrative duties. Does anyone have any suggestions on staying focused and separating administrative duties?

Kimberly Bechtel

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Diversity

Diversity is a great thing in regards to age in the classroom. I do focus on making the learning environment positive and exciting. I have learned how to pair younger and older students together because each one possesses a skill or trait or experience that helps the other. This also contributes to those who need to feel accepted and those who are concerned with their age.

Kimberly Bechtel

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Student Diversity

Teaching is not just about presenting and teaching students about materials that they need to learn. Yes, we need to master the skills being taught. However, it is learning to read people, identify their uniqueness, and their different learning styles. I have many things that have worked for me. Does anyone have any additional helpful suggestions?

Kimberly Bechtel

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Course Feedback

This course was to the point and very user friendly.

Kimberly Bechtel

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I think that making sure that they are not off topic, as well, as maybe hosting a time to meet for tutoring or at the end of class.