In order to always be prepared to start a new class I created a step by step check off list for myself. This ensured that I covered everything each new start.

I have learned that I can use my students to help me become a better teacher. Whenever I have a class that struggles I try new methods of delivering course content.

I have found that constantly evaluating students during a practical exercise gets them ready for testing. As I go through the prelude to the exercise I ask questions as if I am a new student and unaware of what I should do next. If they are performing and get a result different than what is expected, it is a time for leading questions as to either why this result was achieved and what does it indicate. I have found that questions as an opportunity presents itself helps with the test scores by helping me evaluate my teaching skills and adjusting accordingly.

Any advice for getting tough with students who do not work on assignments. It gets hard to want to give the extra effort to students who do not seem to care about school. I hate to give up but at some point it seems like a lost cause.

FYI. I created a great reward for my students. I created a lottery type scratch-off, if the students get three matching symbols they are rewarded with bonus points (for tests & quizzes), take a quiz off, and other prizes like donuts for the class. They earn the tickets by answering questions in class. It motivates them to work outside of class to be prepared. If you would like more details, email me zawora@antonelli.edu

I work with several instructors with whom I team teach. I find while I'm presenting instructional material, they're yawning or laying their head down on the desk. I find this extremely unprofessional and rude. Can anyone suggest a way I could stop this behavior. This is especially difficult for me since they are also close friends of mine.

Not only has this module help me understand the students method of learning, but it has also helped me understand my own. I have also used these techniques in getting through to my teenagers. They can sometimes be harder to reach than my students.

semi interesting seeing how to assess results.

I have no comment or additional questions in this regard.

subject is becoming more difficult to comprehend. never the less I found it interesting. however, not interesting eneough to pose additional specific questions.

interesting to say the least. I have no questions as I seemed to understand the content presented.

I like to get all student into the group disussion. I have found if helps theshy one's to open up and be be comfortable.

WHEN MEETING THE CLASS FOR THE FIRST TIME I FIND IT FUN TO GO AROUND THE CLASSROM ALLOW EACH STUDENT TO INTRODUCE THEMSELVES,SAY WHERE THEY ARE FROM AND ASK WHT THEY CHOSE THIS CAREER.

Hi all,Have found that even when told to do so in advance that most students will not do reading assignments.That is why I will begin reading the material aloud myself first for a few paragraphs than have the students pick up and read aloud at least one paragraph each until the entire chapter is read aloud in class so no one student can say "We did not cover that in class."Seems to keep them involved even if they would rather not be.

Often times it feels like I'm back in highschool, but looking through from the other side of the glass. I see what my mistakes were, but the only problem is that I'm dealing with adults twice my age in most cases.

When your students fall asleep during lecture, despite all of your attempts to keep the conversation interesting and active, then you know that it is time to draw the line. How would you approach that student to let them know that what they have done is wrong, without letting your frustration get the best of you?

At the Career College where I work, our Culinary Arts Department has the lowest retention in the school. I am afraid that many of the students decide to come to our school because of the way our profession is portrayed on television. Once they begin school, they are hit with a dose of reality and think twice about continuing. My question is, how do I let my students know what this industry is all about while at the same time keeping them motivated to continue in the program?

The Pygmalion theory hit the nail on the head. So many times instructors predetermine the student performance without giving them a chance.The belief of what others adn yourself can do is a powerful tool when managed properly.As a manager this is a theory that requires constant attention.

I find it fun and helpful when lecturing on a subject that is completely new to a class to try and relate the new subject matter through an analogy that the students already understand.

While giving a demonstation to the student even though it is visually stimulating how do I keep interest for more than 15 minutes on an hour long demo? Erin