Regarding the Role 2 Manager section: "Don't become a pal." I have seen this happen too many times. An instructor will give a student a few "bucks" for lunch, then that student seems to go to them for every problem they have including needing more money. Too many instructors feel sorry for the student and the "borrowed" money is never returned. Students also feel that their instructors can fix their personal problems as well. Many want advice regarding marriage, children, etc. and too often instructors are willing to give it. This creates more of that "pal" relationship. Helpful suggestions are fine but you must know where to "draw the line."

Have you ever presented material to your peers and have them evaluate your methods of teaching. I have found they are not as critical as the students evals.

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

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

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.

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?

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

How can you develop and refine your instructional style?

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

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

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