Barry Westling

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Renita, Previewing content is a great way for students to learn, and the pretest is a great way to provide a version of previewing. Redoing the same exam at the end of the course should also offer encouragement to students, as you say, to show really, how far they've come. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Using senses in learning

Renita, These are great examples and go to show that creativity in the use of senses can be both memorable and enjoyable in the learning process. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Robbi, I think students appreciate when their instructor takes time to give advice, share information, and generally convey that they want to help the student be successful. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Awarding extra credit

Elizabeth, If it works for you and it's done fairly for all students, there should be no problem. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Using pretests as planning tools

Elizabeth, Yes, it's very helpful to get a sense about what level of prior learning our students have achieved. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Reengaging off-task students

Rich, Older instructors are finding they need to adapt to the newer electronic classroom that is becoming an ever present challenge. Keeping up with the changing times keeps instructors aligned both with their students and the changing instructional delivery environment. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Role of instructor personality in delivery selection

Verna, I think being kind and natural goes a long way to creating a relaxing learning environment for my students. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Rich, Yes, most of us are instructors in vocational or career specific courses. We have a duty to emulate and demonstrate what we expect of the students. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Setting up a grading system

Courtney, Grading methods, such as electronic versions are becoming more popular and useful. The grading system (or process) itself should be clearly undersatndable by all students. In addition, it should be fair to all, comprehensive and balanced, and most important, designed to accurately measure learning. Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Randy, Adult learners want (and deserve) to know their status in class. Especially in institutions where the student is paying a hefty price for their education, it is only natural the instructor should participate in conveying student status. This is sound educational practice and appropriate customer service. Barry Westling