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… >>>