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Motivation

Motivation is a key element in the success of any student.

STUDENTS NEED TO BE RECOGNIZED

AS STATED BEFORE, STUDENTS NEED TO BE ROCOGNIZED DAILY, ENCOURAGED BY KNOWING THEIR NAME, FECOGNIZED FOR A GOOD PERFORMANCE, SPOKEN AND LISTENED TO WITH YOUR ATTENTION AND CARING IN MIND.  LEARNING COMES FROM YOUR QUIDANCE AND EXPERIENCE.  GIVE THEM THE ATTENTION THEY TRULY DESIRE AND NEED.

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Learning to change the dynamic of classroom

I am able to see through the eyes of novice because I started in the classroom setting as a Medical Assistant student. This course has given me even more elements to add to my classes moving forward. I have implemented the process of working in teams I beleive that Team Work makes the Deam Work and that working with all walks of life. This was very gratifying and I will know acknowledge and request students write questions that will be used and revamped as test questions. Also I will be including a basic outline that will include all of the… >>>

What is the difference of intrinsic and extrinsic motivators in a classroom setting?

I have found that once you include your class in the process of learning and engaging and rewarding within means. The response is astounding while in the process of building the rapport with your student population. Intrinsic movational value is processing class assignments to encourage and motivate a students strengths while accessing their weakness and building assignments and reviews around that I found are challenging yet rewarding.  The Extrinic motvational value is processing and understanding that one must choose and pick a time that is suitable to discuss a students strength. Giving motivators that are educational and adventerous at the… >>>

Communication as a tool

I believe in creating a strong communication link with students. By continuosly providing feedback on their progress, students are aware of where they stand and what's needed to continue improving. This has proven to be a great technique to keep the students engaged in the calssroom objectives.

Attention

I have been experienceing an overwhelming amount of students who have it in their mind they do ot have to listen to the instructor. I realized quickly after observing, the students who were day dreaming were missing out becasue of their learning styles. Being new to this industry I am very aware now of the learning styles. I have implamented that the students have to get up at least once during lecture and help out. They actually have enjoyed the classesmore and are volunteering to answer questions. There is so much more participation in class after we( the instructors) got… >>>

Learning tools

These learning tools are essential for the success of th students.

Students Learning

Knowing how to gage student understanding and knowledge helps with their overall success in school and increases their retention in their selected program.

What great teachers do

I trully enjoyed the video, where Thomas J. DeLong, Professor of Management Practice explains "Four Things That Great Teachers Do."

Learning the students' names on the first day

I often have anywhere from 18 to 24 students in my class. To help learn their names quickly, I ask them quietly and individually what their last name is and what they PREFER to be called. I often hear nicknames/preferred middle names/short names that other teachers never know about! I also ask them to pronounce their name several times if it is difficult for me, and I tell them, "PLEASE let me know if I am saying your name wrong at any time during this course".

Now, while I am doing this, the class is engaged - usually with a… >>>

Thank You

Great insight!

enhancing student retension

I agree. Not only do personal stories give them insight into the working world, they also can serve as a few-minute diversion from lecture. Our classes run for 6 hour each with 75 minutes. That's a lot of listening and they sometimes seem to get bored and/or distracted. Any time that I tell a personal story, they begin to focus again and I regain their attention. It also helps to make you seem like a real person with a personality, which they respect

Bonus Questions

I have found that bonus questions really help the students to strive for excellence.  As an instructor, I feel that a "little push" for mastery of a situation/concept through a bonus challenge magnifies it's meaning and necessity in the corporate world.  

I have been told that bonus questions are not allowed in my teaching envirnment - needless to say I am opposed to the rule.  What are some of you doing to overcome this objection?

 

Great Course for These Times

With the economy doing well and challenging times facing career education schools, this course is a great way to help your educational institution retain students.

Enhancing Student Retention

A number of great points in this training.  In particular, I think I need to have more group activity.  I tried it this week and the students really got into it.

Sharing Strategies

I find by learning about my students and engaging with them on a daily basis helps with retention.  I learn about their hobbies and challenges they may face as a student and address them indvidually.  I offer postive feedback and make sure each student is acknowledged in their strenghs.

Enhancing Student Retention

It is important to be able to interact with students and assess their needs. They may not vocalize their concerns about the topic or material, but we need to ask them if they understand and let them know you are available for assistance.

Learning

Learning students names I feel is not a show of respect, but of the teachers competence if the class is of reasonable size.

Supporting and Enhancing Student Retention.

Providing opportunities for application of taught concepts will truely support and Enhancing Student Retention.