Patricia Scales

Hi Douglas, Isn't that something? I feel exactly as you do. How shameful to let someone graduate, and they cannot read. UNREAL!!! Patricia

Hi Edward, At my institution we have a no tolerance policy for electronic devices. If you are caught, you are immediately removed from the room. The removal counts as an absence and any and all work done or due on that day will be graded "0." Students know we are sticklers for policies, and electronic devices are hardly ever an issue, occassionally, a cell phone will ring, and policy is enforced. Patricia

Hi Craig, I myself have never done this, but obviously it worked for you. I generally have a conversation with the student to let the student know I appreciate them wanting to anwser, but we need to give others a chance in the room to answer. The conversation normally goes well, and I notice an immediate change. Patricia

Hello Jon, I firmly believe in practicing what you preach. You made a good point, you must stick to established guidelines. Patricia

Hi Jon, Getting to the root of the problem, generally, solves the issue. As you mentioned, there can be various reasons as to why a student is unfocused. Patricia

Hi Timothy, Students that are away from home alone, you may need to remind them that they are adults now, and it is time to grow up. I remember being one of those students away from home, but I was extremely mature and very focused. It depends on the person. Some do need strict guidance. Patricia

Hi Charlie, Make the student believe that you are a guru in the particular subject area. The minute students determine your weaknesses, you have lost all credibility. Patricia

Hi William, As an educator, get into the habit of utilizing all styles, such as auditory, visual, and kinesthetic. Any concept I teach, I always incorporate the three different learning styles into my presentation. Patricia

Hello Paul, Students absolutely love it when an instructor remembers their name. Remembering a student's name makes the student feel important, and afterall, students are very important. Patricia

Hello Casey, What are some of the different teaching techniques do you utilize to aid your students in understanding the material easily? Patricia