When planning the lesson I often feel a particular movie would be helpful in facilitating understanding of our topic area. However, I think that since students are paying for their schooling I should suggest the movie but not take up class time to present it. An example would be the movie "Crash" for a chapter about prejudice. Thoughts and comments? Am I off base here?

How do you balance the needs of older students with that of younger students? Older adults want the information and examples of how to use it in a practical manner, the younger students just want to know the "stuff" for the quiz/exams.

What might be some ways to engage students in basic science applications outside the classroom with regards to a two year professional degree? I am looking to have them experience the need for such knowledge as it applies to their careers and the health of their clients.

I want the students to be actively involved in discussion in the class. However that's no substitute for spending the time reading the textbook to prepare for class. It is my impression that they feel their emoting should guarantee them success in the class in and of itself. I blame their exposure to television talk shows which seem to confuse public baring of the soul with knowledge and wisdom. Bruce Crissinger

One difficulty I have with planning the syllabus and the policies is the Attendance Policy. What are the best ways to make it clear on the syllabus that attendance is important? Will assigning additional work to students who are absent help?

I found that mature "old aged" students are more oriented for study at career school. They know what they can expect. They aware that they sacrifice their time and they want to get more for the time spending in school. Some young people are good as well. At the same time, there are students who choose the school without future vision. They came to school without any interst. Probably, they will not stay in profession later. But we have to teach everybody regardless. So, I try to spend more time with the students who have ego to study, even if they fail test question I still prefer to work for them. I told them thatI am ready to extend my hand to them. And it is their choice to accept this or not. They are in career school!! so no nursing and no baby sitting.

Generally, on the first day of my classes, I go around the room, and have everyone introduce themselves, and say something about themselves. Eventually, this leads to a discussion of the class itself, and to why being enrolled in the class will benefit their understanding of their chosen field of study. It also helps me to remember names and have a little background information on each student, because while this is taking place I take notes and include them in their file.

I find that the inclusion of "handouts" in class actually benefits the student. I use them as a source of quick reference, a more consice available source of information. And also as a summary of material covered.

As an instructor, in learning, I find that some students often want to "put the cart before the horse" as it were, when what should occurr is a step by step approach that will leave them informed and hungry for more. I take a step by step approach, and find that it really works in my field of study.

I find keeping attune to what is going on in the industry is very important. I will seek the most updated information on a subject before I draw up my lesson plan to include beyond the basic knowledge out of the text. In this ever changing world students want to know they have the most recent information.

In my first class I try to make students comfortable about what our educational goals are during said course. I find it opens minds to learn if they feel it is what they put into as much as what I teach them. I use "WE" often to let them know it is a collective effort but ultimately they are responsible for what they learn. It has worked well because students do not have any problems asking questions.

A well prepared instructor lends confidence to their students to accompolish their highest level educational goals.

As a working professional in the field of study I often share with my students an event I dealt with during the day to allow them inside information about what type of issues they will encounter.

In ending the class for the day, is there anything you can say to peak the student curiosity to get them excited about the next class?

How much information and back ground do you tell students about yourself. And does it include personal information? Whats the limit?

What are some of the ways you use to make sure you have the right learning enviroment?

Do You use ice breakers to start off a new module, and if so what kind.

I have found that most student learn faster with the help of visual aids. Let's face it this is a visual society.

when new student enters my classroom for the very first time I always explain the them (after introducing myself ) that it usually takes me two to three days to remember their name and to please forgive me if I make an error within that time span. But, I usally make little notes on post-its to help me remember their names.

I have found that being well prepared before class makes the day much smoother for myself as well as my students.Reading all necessary materials helps you to be more confident when it comes to answering questions that students needs answers to.