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I have an instructor that does not know the names of the students - This is very frustrating for the students -I feel sorry for the instructor because the students make comments about how she does not remember their names and they have also lost confidence in her teaching due to this

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the learning environment needs to have structure but also be comfortable for the studnets

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I'm currently taking classes ata University - I have learned so much from watching may instructor - There are some techniques I will use in the classroom and some I will not use.

Establishing Expectations

I think one of the most difficult challenges instructors face in post-secondary education, is establishing expectations that are reasonable for the students. Some instructors set expectations that are so high the students become discouraged early on the course. Other instructors may set the bar too low, which may lead to boredom. How can an instructor create realistic expectations in the classroom?

Delivering the Lecture

Have you ever videotaped yourself lecturing? What have you learned about your delivery style or mannerisms?

How would you handle two different catigories of students in the same class? Smart and active vs. slow and careless

Instructional Style

How can you develop and refine your instructional style?

Making the Course Relevant

What are your strategies for making the course content relevant to the learning needs of students?

Setting Expectations

How can you facilitate an understanding on the part of your students of what you expect of them?

Learning Environment

What role do you believe the learning environment plays in the instructional process?