@kclark0703 : @Michael39 : More than small talk is needed: like asking about their aspirations and

expectations from the course and just where they see themselves is one, two , and three years out.

quite agree, a feeling of involvement in their learning attempt is support needed.

since there are so many styles, it is best to use the three main types and integrate those methods to your teaching style delivery, i.e, mix it up in order to reach them all and see which ones light up under the 3 styles.

Part of active teaching is body language and facial expressions. Simple nodding of the head with some arm movement can enforce the importance of a point to be made, or, credence is given to the importance of a point. Smiling then can further underline group approval of the point being made.

Compliance in student interactions is important because it is a guide for knowing how to react and interact when a situation arises.