Engaging various different methods from explaining details for terms they may have never heard. Observing the students if they are attentive and engaging. Do a pop quiz or use the wheel of names to ask a specific students questions, and they know that this is done fairly so they are engaged. Being available before start time, at breaks and after class for students perhaps shy to ask questions, gives me opportunity to build their knowledge and get to know the students. 

For online class -  have them share their photo, provide them my contact information , engage them by way… >>>

Comment on Tricia Kassab's post: Thank You  Dr. Tricia for being a role model in our VN team!

Comment on Emily Pearson's post:  Modeling professionalism  is an expected behavior.  Having the knowledge of subject that is taught by me , and competence eo enhance knowledge of resources. as an Instructor, i must have these under my belt and practice daily . 

Comment on Shane Apperley's post: Shane , Agreed!

Comment on William Conner III's post: you are so right Sam! 

See it. Do it. Teach it. is greatest philosophy, while students are excited of their teaching styles and methods, the instructor needs to pay close attention to each and everyone student and ask questions. 

It really helps students to get involved and gives them confidence

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Soft Skills are crucial equally

Students’ learning styles and preferences are impacted by the period in which they grew up. Net Generation students differ from Baby Boomers and Generation X students in a number of ways. These differences require teachers to consider ways to effectively reach these new learners.