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Demarcus, Yes, we are only as effectiuve as we are capable. We should try our best and seek to improve. This attitude will always help us be better teachers. Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Anissa, Great. Usig a binder with needed material is a plus. It's like a continuous "work in progress". Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Paul, True. Having everything laid out, copies made, with an organized plan of delivery will yeild a better student learning environment. Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Deshannon, Confidence in the instructors abilty comes with preparation and good organizational skills. Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Russell, Good point. Competence is aligned with the student's confidence in the instructor. Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Suzanna, Sure. Being ready means taking the students down the path you want and getting there with the intended knowledge. That doesn't happen by accident, but by being prepared with an organized plan of instruction. Barry Westling

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Making field trips and guest speakers a part of instruction

Hi Naoufel, Good points. You've made an interesting point about students "marketing" the program, sort of like ambassadors for the profession. Good field trips can be an amazing eye opening experience for students who only have a vague idea about what they're getting themselves into. Often, this can be life changing! Barry Westling

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Being a student-centered instructor

Hi Demarcus, Right. If we are not flexible we are going to tend to rely on static lessons that may or may not meet the students learning needs. Barry Westling

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Selecting evaluation methods

Hi Elizabeth, Good point. We've got to know our student population and their needs if an evaluation system is going to be accurate and effective. Barry Westling

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Awarding extra credit

Hi Marvin, Great. I think the majority of teachers (and institutions) would share your sentiments. Especially pertinent for career fields or programs where the outcome is a specific job. There's usually no extra credit at work! Barry Westling