It's important to incorporate as much real world information into the classroom as possible to show how the information that is being conveyed is applicable.

I strongly encourage students to be engaged with each other because the information they can share with each other is also very valuable.

Why is it not a good idea to have some humorous questions on a test? I do it all the time, plus on short answer questions I tell the students "if you don't know the answer, see if you can't make me laugh, because that might be better than leaving the answer blank."

Using a variety of delivey methods not only helps the students with the course you're teaching but it also keeps them engaged and excited about learning. Being able to accomodate the forms of learning in my opinion, gains appreciation from the students!

This is very true in this situation. Setting a level of mutual respect in the classroom is to me, the most important factor in teaching. The students must want to respect you and you are the only person who can establish this from the start. The students have a tendancy to push the limit and given the opportunity, they will try to push in one way or another.

Setting the learing environment is crucial to the general direction of the class. Establishing the atmosphere will grant you the over all control of the class, not only on the first day but for the rest of the class term. This includes rules, the student/teacher relationship, and the overall effectiveness of the learning environment.

How do you help students whose writing skills have been diminished because of using texting symbols in their papers and written responses to exams?

How should student's performance be graded in a in a group project?

Does anyone have any good ice breakers for first class room meetings?

I have a student in class that I really do enjoy talking to, but I have trouble keeping him on task. As soon as he gets to challenging question in our lab work, he starts making jokes and talks about how there's no way he will ever be able to do the work. I've tried playing along, ignoring the behavior and I had a one-on-one frank discussion with him about his actions. His joking interferes with his ability to receive redirection and new information. He agreed that he uses humor as a defense mechanism and he admitted the he didn't think it was helpful. After our conversation he went right back to his old behavior! He really is talented and capable...any suggestions about how I can help him stop hiding behind his humor?

I always ask the class on the first day if anyone has any special needs.

Hi everyone, The importance of being a good instructor is to present yourself as a person first,never try to proof you are smarter than them is not the way to go this days remember there are students that like to challenge instructors all the time therefore it is better to convence the students that you care for them and the subject you are teaching. LISA SAMANIEGO

to decrease any jitters I like to sing on my way to work or mimic what the news radio is saying. This is a great way to exercise the mouth. Remember what Socrates did with putting stones in his mouth.

I really like the idea to video my lecture, as I feel I can learn a lot from this. But does someone know if there are legal issues I need to be concerned with?

We have a pre test that i use to determine the students work groups.

Start with some organization on your part. it is hard to start out with no course objectives and no planning. I started and IV course with a book handed to me with no details just some highlighted areas and old tests not on computer to access or update. It was tough but, now after 6 classes it is easier and I am way more organized. JS, RN,BSN

have really helped my students to focus on the subjects we will be covering and the lab skills we will accomplish in a term. It has really assisted them in knowing where to go for information and carefully take apart this information for testing purposes. JS RN, BSN

I am an RN and I not only teach but still work 4 to 6 shifts or more a 6 week time period in an ER where I do all the skills needed as an Emergency Room nurse it keeps me current and keeps me up to date with new medical techiniques and care provided to different groups of patients so I can better instruct my LPN students. JS RN, BSN

I beleive eye contact is important,it shows you have a sincere desire to help them learn.

I always search for different ways to deliver course content within a class. I think variety keeps my students active and attentive to subject matter. I like to include an activity that allows students to interact with each other based on the discussion in class.