This course opened my eyes to the challenge instructors face keep students interested and motivated daily.  Being a former adult student through several degree programs, I recalled how I could see some of the instructors I had struggling to maintain student intrest and those instructors who utilized numerous ways to keep students motivated to and beyond graduation.

I plan ti use the skills learned in this course to improve as a new instructor.  Rereading the tips and advice in this course will be a priority.

As someone new to the field of academic teaching, this course helps me to understand what is expected in delivering success and hope to any students I am fortunate enough to teach.  I now get the see the "other side" I so often criticized and have gained a new perspective of what instructors are responsible for.  I tip my hat to those who have a passion for teaching and instructing.  It isn't easy, but can be very rewarding.

I plan to take the information given in this course and apply it to become a better instructor everyday.  It is a… >>>