Managing the Class & Students

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Paul Jett

Cheating - how do you know when you are sure?

I have on an occasion noticed behavior that I would almost think of as cheating (kind of like the roving eyes, or lingering glances). Should I confront students immediatley, or is it better to wait until the exam is over and compare their answers?

Paul Jett

Uprepared Students

My biggest challenge is that many of my students come to class unprepared - forgetting assignments, books, and in some cases even pens. What other ways are there to motivate or encourage them to make more of an effort in coming to class ready to learn?

Paul Jett

Effective Syllabus

Part of my concern is just how rigid should a syllabus be? I understand that things don't always go as smoothly as planned, but don't students set their expectations in class by the syllabus?

Naima Fatih

Managing Student Behavior

This was averry informative module.One important thing wasn't discussed the student who cant go over time meaning when comes time for break or going home, they pack their books and stand up ready to go.How would handle the situation.

Christopher bruce

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A Chef Instructor has an image to maintane. Organized, Organized. Organized...

Christopher bruce

Cheaters

I have no patiants for cheaters.

Christopher bruce

one on one

A little time each day should be spent with each student. Let them know that you are on thier side.

Christopher bruce

Clear Expectations

I try to tell my students what I wish to accomplish and why. I highlight the course goals in such a way that the students will be able to see the results of the course.

Michael Knight

Maintaining student interest

To manage a class effectively an instructor needs to have a wide variety of learning activities and real life expierences to offer to keep the interest and focus of students.

John Heckman

Some Ice-Breaker Ideas for General Education

Hello, What kind of practioner insights can you offer with regard to effective Ice-Breakers in English and Psychology classes, if any? How well have they worked for you? What did student feedback convey?

Michael Buckland

First day of class

I make it a point to tell my students at the first class (and later if needed) that "I never make a mistrake!".

Deana Ivey

How to manage your thoughts

When do you let your mind rest?

Lora Rocco

Sleeping in Class

How do you manage a sleeping student? I have tried different approaches to this question and they all seem to back fire on me. I have tried making a student stand up, tap them on the shoulder, make a loud noise, ask them a question directly and the student either doesn't care or goes running to my boss about how I embarressed them in front of their peers. Any suggestions?

Amani Danial