Utilizing various forms of assessment can assist in creating a class that serves the students to a greater degree. 

Comment on Radha Reddy's post: Yes! I took the same thing away from this section. Many times I'm afraid that the rhythm of the class will slow down and the class will lose focus. However, it's our responsibility to create a safe place of learning and working through things with students. 

That a more detailed syllabus is better for the students. You can never be overprepared.

The emphasis on setting classroom expectations was a great reminder as well as encouragement to put personality into the course. Knowing that the course doesn't have to be an exact copy of what others are teaching is empowering as an instructor.