Melody Wong

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I am unable to use the power-point or overhead projector because it brings on migraines. I have had to find different ways to deliver lesson plans. It seems to work for me, but sometimes I do envy those of you who can use them. I have tried just recently to use the power-point but my students informed me they were unhappy with the way the lecture turned out. I had to redo the lecture the old fashioned way. I do a lot of writing on the white board, and I even try to draw. If anyone has any suggestions regarding… >>>

Melody Wong

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Teach without PowerPoint!

I am unable to use the power-point or overhead projector because it brings on migraines. I have had to find different ways to deliver lesson plans. It seems to work for me, but sometimes I do envy those of you who can use them. I have tried just recently to use the power-point but my students informed me they were unhappy with the way the lecture turned out. I had to redo the lecture the old fashioned way. I do a lot of writing on the white board, and I even try to draw. The old saying "if its not… >>>

Melody Wong

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Gaining respect on day one

It is very important for the students that the instructor be in class before the first student arrives. Have all necessary paper work in-front of chairs to which students will sit. I introduce myself as Mrs. and not my first name. I believe that is the first step for gaining respect from any student. Usually from that point on the respect is established on both sides.

Melody Wong

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Planning the first week of class

I have found it very useful and exciting for the students to see a lot of visuals the first week. I give handouts of 8x10 pictures for my visual learners, 3 dimensional objects for my tactile learners and Cd's for my auditory learners. I cover all 3 each day. I plan my class 2 weeks in advance, and yes, I always seem to add something new to one or more of the planned weeks. I realized that I can plan ahead, but leave a block of time for something to be added in. As in library time for essay's or… >>>

Melody Wong

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Perfect Student Perfect Instructor

As there is no perfect student, there is no perfect instructor. I have found that admitting my mistakes in a humble way, lets the student understand that I to am human and assures the student when they do not complete a task the first time, I will be there to say "you gave it your best and tomorrow will be a new day". I let my students know that I am not perfect, but I will always do my best and that is what I expect of them.