I believe one of the keys to successful classroom managemnt lies in the ability to broaden the existing subject. Soemtimes one can be fearful of where a discussion might go, but if we can stay on course then learning may occur when we least expect it

I have found especially in group projects that there can be an overload of conflict between students. Recognizing each group member's gifts and talents can create a much more harmonious project group

Having a little background on one'sself gets people realizing that this builds relationships in the classroom. I have found as well when I get my students excited about the next week it creates good synergy for the rest of the week

Threaded discussions are the life blood in any asyncrhonous environment. I have found if you can encourage student participation early in the week it can have a huge impact

I have found as well that exercise can be an immense coping mehanism here. I agree totally!!!

I had an opportunity to lisen to a CD by Michael Staver that addressed the idea of stress perfectly. This was related to the fact that the more stressed and emotional we get the more the logic center of our brain becomes compromised.

I can see when I was younger how much time I wasted because of lack of organization. I feel today I valkue time management morte than ever

performing this training session reminds me of Stephen Covery's habits The specific one I found recurring was put firdt things firest

I have a student with cerebral Palsy and visual problems. I allow her to pull her wheelchair close to the front of the room and also allow her to record every class session. This woman is amazing and I am glad to have her as a student

One thing that puts my students at ease when speaking about the Difficulties of the English language is spending one on one time to encourage them that this to will become stronger for them. I noticed self esteem issues can result id not helped