Paul Rocque

Paul Rocque CHEP

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I find that the new generation of students starting school (culinary and pastry) for the most part have little desire to take on their reading assignments. They do enjoy all the hands-on work we do in class. How can I get my class to do the necessary assignments that will in the end, help them understand the big picture? Keep in mind, most of these students are straight out of high school.

Paul Rocque CHEP

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Keeping students Motivated!

WOW! Accounting! It's probably easier for me to keep my students motivated because of the nature of our course material. It's all about food and most people love that! My students are flooded with reading material and I know for a fact they do not always take on the required reading. A great percentage of my students have just graduated from high school and can't believe they have to do more reading, especially in a culinary situation. They just want to cook! I review the material in a fun manner during class each day and test the students on what… >>>

Paul Rocque CHEP

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Keeping students Motivated!

I tell my students the same thing! As a chef instructor its great to break up the routine with a culinary game or sometimes having the students assist in the lecture or demonstration. I love a day when the time goes by quickly and you wish the class time would never end.

Paul Rocque CHEP

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Keeping students Motivated!

I believe it's important to ALWAYS show your passion and interest for the subject matter. When excited about a topic the students sense that, and become completely interested. Do you agree?