we all have different styles when it comes to teaching, over time you develop things that will make you better. trying to make all instructors do the same thing or act the same way in class might not work. we all have to find our own way and use what works best for us ( or just me).

I have had many conversations with students about this subject. our school runs 5 days a week for 51 weeks the only time off is at christmas, now add in work and family and there is not much time for personal time. In our case i think that having 1 week in the summer will re-charge their ambition and help with retention.Time off is needed , thats why we take vacations from work every year.