Patricia Scales

Hi Ernest, I concur. We must be able to sell the relevancy of an education to these students. Once they understand why they are in a particular course, and how it is going to help them in the workplace, they tend to develop a very receptive attitude. Patricia

Hi Amy, Excitement comes from the top. If the instructor is dull and borain, you can not expect much different from the students. As educators, we must be enthusiastic. Patricia

Hi Elton, Nicely responded to. Adults want to understand the why. Once the why is understood, excitement and interest generate. On Day 1 I address the why. Patricia

Hi Tracey, I like the idea of changing seats every class. Unfortunately, I will not be able to use this tactic due to teaching computer classes and students electronic files are stored on their computers, therefore students must keep the same seat for the entire grading period. I make it a point to involve all students in my lectures. I call on every student daily. The shy students tend to come out of their shell once they discover my pattern. Patricia

Hi Dale, It is effective. Students get the drift quickly. I've even ask the students to share their conversation with the whole class; this is effective as well. You do not have any more problems with them...they get it. Patricia

Hi Kelly, You go above and beyond! You even email the information. I am sure your students appreciate you wanting them to succeed. Patricia

Hi Gail, You're right! As instructors we are being examined carefully. We must treat everyone with the utmost respect. Patricia

Hi John, As educators, we must brainstorm as much as possible to make our lectures entertaining. Students do not like being bored. Google is a great place to get fun activities that are applicable to particular lessons. Patricia

Hi Maria, Guest speakers are magical. They always touch at least one student during their presentation. In the education business to impact one life is to impact many. Patricia

Hi Vincent, Distance is everything when you are an instructor. Each person needs to play their role effectively. The instructor plays the role of the instructor, and the student plays the role of the student. Patricia