I teach for a career college and have very little ability to personalize instruction materials (the slides, etc. were put together by someone else). I do my best to personalize my lectures but it is difficult to go over the same material without being able to personalize it. Consequently, I find it difficult to "recharge my batteries." This feeling is exacerbated by the fact that the courses are six weeks long, so I go through the same lectures regularly. I realize that my situation may be unique, but has anyone experienced this or have any tips for me to get… >>>

I am rather new to teaching and have had no previous affiliation with career schools or online teaching. My professional and scholastic experiences have centered around traditional academia. So for me, the most difficult bit of teaching at a career school is the idea that I need to serve as a "cheerleader" to my students. I have no problem doing it and I am beginning to better understand this role, but I must confess that I am having difficulty shaking my previous experiences in which it was my responsibility to go to class and participate. My former teachers were always… >>>