Miller Elam

Tying in real life experiences with lecture will help students retain information better

Know your students and try to include the ones that don't speak up often. One strategy could be allow them to express thoughts and ideas through writing

Learn your student's names and personalities in order to create a learning environment that is fun and inviting.

Allowing students an opportunity to feel comfortable and accepted in their program opens doors for better learning

Its useful to use a variety of teaching methods to ensure that you keep students' engagement throughout topics.

Helping students get to know the teacher and each other helps to build a sense of community within the classroom

Laying out the expectations for the class early is a good way to ensure teacher and students are on the same page.

Remember that each student has a different way of processing information and learning new things. You must be patient and be mindful of their unique learning styles