Barry Westling

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Hi Steve: Great point. There are various methods for instructors to learn their strgths and areas needing improvements. The better instructors will realize they can always benefit from self improvement and do a better job - they're not hung up on themselves as the all-knowing/all-seeing master. Being real reaches people more than prententious whatever-ness. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting media for your classes

Hi Andy: PPT can be a wonderadjunct. I think the biggest problem with it is when it gets overused or improperly formatted in way that the information actually becomes distracting to the students. I'd say its time to scale back a bit if one's nmedia or teaching aids are getting in the way of the lesson. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Methods to develop backup plans

Hi Richard: Observing others teaching style, mannerisms, approach, delivery, and presentation can be extremely beneficial. It works both ways, too, that is, having others come into your classroom to observe your classroom and instructional practicies. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Developing An Evaluation System

Hi Stephen: I think experienced instructors are familiar with the slower student who takes more time for an assignment than others in the class. I've always admired those students who go on to achieve success inb their profession who were slow learners but stuck with it. It's inspirational! Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Methods to develop backup plans

Hi Stephen: Great! This "low-tech" kind of lesson material is an excellent example of an effective back-up plan. If the topic can be closely related to the students career choice, that's all the better. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting media for your classes

Hi Stephen: Your approach is very methodical and logical. It should produce the best resources available to you. It's great that you are willing to mofdify according to individual student differences. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Developing An Evaluation System

Hi Chan: Hopefully, instructors can have some input into the grading system and evaluation process. Good ideas come from all elements of the school, not least among them the instructors. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Methods to develop backup plans

Hi Chan: The key to having a back up plan is to try to provide a seamless uninterrupted lesson and learning experince to your students when the resources you planned to use are not available. It may contribute to respect, but helps the instructor just as much as the students. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting media for your classes

Hi Chan: Bringing together these two learning domains (cognitive and kinesthetic) contributes to longer lasting learning retention. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Preparing to Manage Your Class

Hi Chan: Preparation is always good - in small or large doses. And it will demonstrate to your students competence and accountability - just like what you expect from them. Regards, Barry