Recognize what type of student I am dealing with (instead of generally labeling them as a "difficult" student). This well help determine strategies to improve the situation with the student and in the classroom. 

The human component is the most rewarding and the most challenging.

WIIFM? I think being more intentional about sharing the rationale behind each piece of course content and how it applies to their career path will help increase student engagement. 

Also, I think recognizing the different student functions--cognitive, social, and psychomotor--will help me as I plan how to deliver course content.

I learned mistakes or missteps are inevitable, but making notes while it is fresh in your mind is a great way to avoid that mistake again.

To laugh when I make a mistake and to acknowledge my mistake. This will let my students see that I am human and I am willing to learn from my mistakes.

The two most common reasons for silent students in class: shy students and students that feel insecure about the knowledge they have about course content.

The younger students have a greater tendency to be inattentive in c lass and some strategies the instructor can use: alert them of your presence and seating charts,

I have learned that reminding students about upcoming assignments will help students to remember and turn assignments in on time. 

Always provide freedom to communicate.

Effective communication helps to reduce the stress and improves confidenced.

Regardless of the reasons the key is not to dwell on mistake but to learn from them so they won't be repeated.