Laurene Medina

To enjoy the advatages of our national diversity, it is important that educators seeks as many facts and consider as many issues as possible to enhance their ability to interact effectively with individuals from diverse groups.

It is important to assess students’ internship experiences to make sure that learning objectives are being met, that students’ experiences are consistent with the program's mission, and that the expectations of on-site supervisors and future employers are being considered. The goal is to facilitate the transition. 

Assessment and evaluation of the internship is important.  Were all the objectives met is a key consideration.

By engaging students in hands-on experiences and reflection, they are better able to connect theories and knowledge learned in the classroom to real-world situations. Students become able to step into the workplace and adapt the skills that they have learned.

Many adult learners are self-directed.

 A major part  is an understanding of life from the student's point of view.

The promotion of active listening consists of making empathetic comments, asking questions, paraphrasing, and summarizing.

I want to understand who is speaking and communicate my interest as the listener.

• Communication is key in the learning process.  

Students must see the relevancy of their learning.

Creation assignments that may align with real world experiences.