Patricia Scales

Hello Mathias, What a smart tactic to use. I see how this can be beneficial in several ways. It is certainly an effective retention tool. Patricia

Hi Mathias, Preparation is certainly key. Students can tell quickly when you are unprepared. A super mixture is being prepared and incorporating humor. Patricia

Hi Debra, I tell my instructors you are the authoritative figure in the classroom. Make a decision and let me know what was done. As long as an instructor is being fair to all, I say go for it, whatever it may be, but be fair. Patricia

Hi Debra, Nicely said. Give them a boost, but after the boost they must pick up and run with things. Patricia

Hello Daronell, How do you tend to handle these type students? Patricia

Hi Daronell, What strategies do you use to deal with unfocused students?

Hello Daronell, I like to give every student a "smartie" on test day. I simply have it on their desk when they walk in. What a motivator. Patricia

Hi Mathias, I generally share PowerPoint handouts with my students based on various ways to perform a task, such as dealing with computers. I have seen that the students will refer to the handouts to accomplish a task that my be a different way of doing it from the book. Students are more comfortable when they have something to refer to when it's time to perform a task. Give the students something to refer to so that they are more receptive to the different ways of producing the same thing. Patricia

Hi Mathias, Students appreciate knowing up front what is expected of them. This tactic is very effective at holding students accountable. Patricia

Hi Debra, It seems like you have used these tactics before. I have, and they really work. The instructor needs to try everything before consulting the dean, and I can tell you practice this. You response is on point! Patricia