Barry Westling

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Hi Katina: Yes. And to expand on your statement, they may also help identify what kind of student learner you have, which can make developing lesson plans even easier. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Stephen: Exactly - what message does it send to the students when we are disorganized? By considering this question, instructors will quickly come to the realization they want to send the most positive messages they can, in all ways. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Developing instructional backup plans

Hi Stephen: Good idea - always make sure the materials you will be using will work. If they don't and it is technology driven, what will you do? This is a great illustration on why it's important to have back up plans ready to go. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Richard: Good point. We've all had instructors of both kinds here: disorganized, and the opposite. One thing I can remember about disorganized instructors from my past was the message they unintentionally were sending by their behavior. As instructors, we can all learn the value of presenting our lessons in an organized fashion. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Developing instructional backup plans

Hi Richard: That's a great practice you've described. It supports the wisdom that using multiple teaching techniques is the most efficient way of addressing all learning styles. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Using pretests as planning tools

Hi Dan: Another consideration is seeing what kind of learner you have, which can help you design more effective lesson plans for that student. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Using pretests as planning tools

Hi Durrell: Prestests also serve another function - it may show you what type of learner you have on your hands, which can help you make appropriate lesson plans. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Dan: That's true - by allowig the student a chance to see where they are and discuss methods of improvement (if necessary), the student may be motivated to make those changes for better outcomes. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Durrell: Yes, and also provides the opportunity for the student to make changes in their study habits. By doing this, they may come to find more success by the end of the course session. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Kevin: That's right! In addition, it gives them a chance to make changes in study habits that may result in better outcomes. Regards, Barry