15-18 minutes, the mini lectures, I like this. Then do something different like a group project/discussion? Then come back to lecture? I have so much to do in one day, I feel that if I don't stay focused-- will not be able to give all the pertinent information that needs to be heard.

With my lecture I seem to definitely lose most after about 15 minutes, but with that, we have not covered all materiel which is necessary for the day. Suggestions on involving students with this and being able to complete what needs to be given.

I am a little frustrated. I don't feel that the syllabus meets each course requirement, so I have to balance this. I have a six week time frame to complete a large amount of information and I don't feel that this balances out. The students get a copy of the syllabus and I feel that I should follow what they have been given. If I adjust, this seems to push some students totally off balance. Suggestions?

Have you ever heard of death by power point? LOL. Trying to really engage my students with the lecture time and would appreciate some ideas.