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.

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… >>>

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

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

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

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… >>>

Great insight!

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

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?

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.

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.

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.

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

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

This course answered many questions I had as a new instructor. I intend to flex my newly acquired knowledge in the classroom to be that motivator, leader, facilitator and instructor that my students need. I will use the crisis situation and the National something day to spark enthusiasm. I just cannot wait to see the changes.

Excellent class, very informative.

Engage students using different methods of instructions, respect students, give them time to respond to quesions, and simply, make learning fun for all.

Great

Look forward to using this knowledge in the classroom