Barry Westling

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Paul: You've got a point. Something I've done is scan through all of the projects, essays, papers, or assignments before I assign any grades. It helps me get a sense about being fair and consistent when grading. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Methods to develop backup plans

Hi Judy: I think you nailed some of the pitfalls that an instructor can experience. We get so used to what we think will be available, we get sidlined but unexpected events,. Maybe we need even a plan "C" or "D". Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Methods to develop backup plans

Hi Cynthia: Great resource for back up! Of course, if your computer, LCD projector, or power is out, searching the web is out. Where possible, we don't want just time fillers but material aligned with your current topic. Sounds like you've got that down. Great! Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting media for your classes

Hi Vivian: Good. Sounds like you're involving multiple senses where the students in ot relying on just one or two methods of input. Hands on always assists with learning too. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting media for your classes

Hi Judy: Good variety of media choices. Mixing it up and involving students in the presentation and delivery help retention of information too. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Methods to develop backup plans

Hi Manuel: Time sequencing is really an art and takes time for instructors to acquire great skill in estimating how long an activity will last. What you've descibed is good because it allows for adjustments during the day as needed. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Preparing to Manage Your Class

Hi Manuel: Students will spot weaknesses in an instructors self confidence more quickly than one might think. Confidence can come in various styles: self confidence; material confidence (knowledgeable); student confidence (willing to demonstrate you really care for their learning and success). Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Developing An Evaluation System

Hi Barry: Very interesting tie in with matching grading system with motivation. I agree that a rightly motivated individual will tend to do better in their courses. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Preparing to Manage Your Class

Hi Michael: Well, it's said the first step to improvement is awareness and recognition of the need. So you're off to a great start. Improvement takes time and effort. So instructors have to be willing to give a bit in order to see results. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Methods to develop backup plans

Hi Barry: Great use of electronic media available to faculty in many locations these days! This sentiment conveys flexibility, opportunity, and conveys you care about the student's success. Regards, Barry