Susan Polick

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Questioning Techniques

That is an excellent way to bring other students into the classroom conversation.

Susan Polick

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Learning Styles

Do you find that most adults know their learning style already?

Susan Polick

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Testing Formats

You are wise to combine testing methods. Too many instructors become accustomed to one or two methods and that limits what they can determine.

Susan Polick

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Classroom Assessment Techniques

I agree that CATs can be a great way of discovering where your students are at the start of a class. I think you will also learn a lot when you review the minute papers.

Susan Polick

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Learning Styles

I was taught as an elementary schooler to make outlines as I studied which has been valuable ever since. I learn much the way that you do. Chances are there are some students in your classes who also learn this way so you can certainly use some strategies that you personally would find useful that will address their needs.

Susan Polick

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Questioning Techniques

I have a degree in Philosophy which is a discipline known for few "correct" answers. it sounds like you wisely step back and allow your students to explore possibilities which is an excellent way to involve more of the class in the discussion.

Susan Polick

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Learning Styles

Hi Melissa - welcome to class! What is your learning style? Do you find it difficult to adapt your teaching to other styles? How long have you been a teacher?

Susan Polick

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Questioning Techniques

Nothing better than clicking synapses!

Susan Polick

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Learning Styles

George, do you find it a challenge to adapt your style to the diversity of your students? What is your style?

Susan Polick

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Questioning Techniques

I agree George. Asking them to think and apply what they have learned is so much more valuable. They see immediately what they have learned and how they will be able to use it in their career.