I feel it is important to get handouts & all other copied materials done early because it shows to students that you are organized and ready for them.

It definatley makes the class go smoother when youhave all your materials prepared & ready. Coming into class diorganized sets the mood for the students and they become distracted & unfocused. Unfortunatly it can sometimes be tough to have all classes fully prepped when they run back to back & labs need to set up. We often share a lab & dont have the luxury of alwasy leaving materials out until we need them. Having the students help prepare the lab as part of it is one way I can get around that.

Careful planning goes into each lecture to make sure the students can relate and understand the content being delivered. I try to incorporate each learning style as much as possible or as the resources allow. Students tend to enjoy humor and I try to use that to help keep things active!

In the class that I teach I have recently incorporated a powerpoint presentation into my lecture for each week. I have found this really does help students grasp the information and accommodate different learning styles. They are listening to me give a lecture but also seeing the information in front of them. I use pictures, colors, different graphs as well and keep the slides to a minimum when it comes to information. This way I do not overwhelm the students.

I find that students relate to the content of what I am teaching because I have the passion for that subject. In a sense they feed off of my eagerness and get excited about the potential that they have. This ability has paid off through out the course and in their professional life. Bringing in relevant topics and personal stories allows them to be able to relate to me as not just their instructor but someone who has the background to be teaching this course.

I think as a great teaching tool using visuals, for the visual learners, but also having hands-on activities so they can learn how to apply the material they learned. I also find emphasis applying it in different ways whether it be an on-line assignment, simple review questions, a hands-on group project, or even a crossword puzzle. Trying to connect to different students and learning styles is what makes a successful student.

Powerpoint is the new standard. It can be used with imbedded video, music, recorded speech, ect. As long as the classroom suports this technology, it should be used. But many classrooms don't.

I was interested in the section on not being trapped by time. Unfortunately, as I read the description of the time trapped instructor, I could identify that I am frequently a prisoner of time entrapment. Reading it from the student's perspective helped me to understand that I need to try to avoid getting trapped by time. Planning ahead definitely helps, but even this isn't always possible. Many factors can interfere with staying on top of preparation. I realize, though, that I need to keep working on not getting time trapped

Creating extra credit projects for students who did poorly on a test, a projector or to get the grade up. This gives them an insentive to better themselves It gives them hope of being able to pass the course. Knowing that they have to study or work harder toward their goals.

How do we keep students interested in subject matter. We all have different learning skills. We need to access the class as a whole. We see the good the bad and the ugly. First, are students excited about taking the course? Second, is the instructor in tune with student needs? Third, get to know how each individal learns. What leavel are they at? I cover these points when in our first meeting. Make them comfortable.

Introducing the grading system for each area, gives the student a plan to utilize and assess their individual progress and work toward optimal learning

When students get "off track", redirecting them I find easier when I incorporate what they are talking about to the orignal topic or question

I prefer Power Point and give each student a paper copy so they do not spend time taking notes and concentrate on listening

Being prepared for class is showing the students your motivation to for their success...it displays organization to maximize the time you have to present material

I find the old Boy Scout's motto of "Be Prepared" fitting for this discussion. I like to give examples for every topic of discussion, such as, "we do it this way because" or "this is what happens when". My activities, attitude and conduct are also examples of how a professional looks and acts. Without realizing it, we are a continuous example of that. Good class preperation shows our students what preperation and professionalism looks like, even if it is not a direct part of the lesson. We show them what is acceptable. You do your best and hopefully, they will too.

As a Technical school instructor it is just as critical that our tool boxes remain complete and up to date as our course handouts for the course curriculum. We utilize a tool box inventory system at the beginning and end of the class to insure each class (three per day)have tools. Written handouts are are always done in advance. All this gives the illusion to the students that we are organized on several levels.

being one is very good cause it displays what kind of school your students come out of

extra credit is needed cause sometimes students do try their best and need a little more of a boost!

pretests help studdents prepare for bigger tests

always believe that you can do it!!!