i feel as an instructor ny teachiing should be clear and concise so i can motivate my students to strive more

Allowing students to work in pairs has really helped the learning outcomes of my students. Some groups work better together than others but switching up the groups helps others to see how to work out problems. Having a schedule of the group rotation really helps and gets people excited to work with other indivuals.

It is very important to be a good listener and focus on the student while they are asking questions.

I love the fact that lecture is stressing out experience as main focus of adult learning experience is a great foundation that let us adults move forward. What about the situation when experience is less relevant what do we do next?

I am an adult learner myself. As an adult learner I definitely must see purpose as I feel my time is limited. This course for instance is a requirement for my employment and I have to do it. The question is " Would of you still done this course if there was no requirement" I know I would of but what about the rest of you?

Often times we tend to generalize the adult learner as person who comes with vast amount of experience. In my opinion we can not do that as learners are different and need an individual approach. When it comes to adult education nothing can be assumed.

Students feeling secure in the classroom positively impacts their success in the classroom. A sense of security provides a comfortable environment for students to ask questions.

it is important to keep the students motivated throught the course by involving the students in activities that can creat long lasting experiences and at the same timethe message is learn

by knowing your students background as an Instructor it gives you an idea how to teach and convey learning to your students.

Sometimes a student chooses not be be retained since a course is not all they believed it would be. Especially the young

Have you ever experienced the overly motivated student, or over-achiever? They want to be called on to answer every question. They want your full attention after class...while other students are waiting. They don't pick up on your clues that you have many students to help. They really could care less about rewards, because the only award which matters to them is dominating your full attention and time.

The students are our customers but not our only customers. Students, instructors, employers, ect..., all have an interest in the outcomes from the training.

As a Medical Assistant instructor I have to use real life stories to get the students interested. When I do, they open up about their healthcare experiences and it really makes the class more enjoyable!

The discussion on autonomy was helpful to me. I have been quite resistant to allowing students to detemine what may be done in class for fear that it would most likely compromise the day's lesson plan. I'm beginning to rethink my misgivings. I now realize that autonomy can strongly influence student motivation. The key is to figure out how to give up some control to the students without compromising the lesson plan. Students can be allowed to make certain decisions during daily activities that really have no negative effect on that day's lesson. For instance, I can give students the choice of making their brownies with or without nuts or let them decide in which order they can perform their assigned tasks. By giving students the freedom to make these small choices, it seems to please and motivate them.

Can you ever be to enthusiatsic about what you are teaching?

Can you become too friendly with a student while establishng a rapport that crosses over from student/teacher to student/friend?

What if your adult student's job experience is not relaive to the class you are teaching. Will they still feel like their experience is beneficial to their learning?

If you have someone who has a learning disability like dyslexia would it be unfair to the other students if you gave them special help ?

I find that when I get a new student I go out of my way to find out something about them, likes & dislikes. I try and get to know them & when I learn their personality I help them to take their strong points and apply it to their trade. I find it helps them to build their confidence because they had it in them all along.

Stay motivated as an instructor, so the student will stay motivated as well. If an instructor finds him or herself losing the motivation, take a step back and think about how you can get the student involved in their education process. How can you help the students learn and apply that knowledge to their field of student to be able to get employed. The instructor should continue with their learning process to stay up to date with the lastest technology and teaching styles.