Barry Westling

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Hi Anita: Furthermore, one thing instructors might consider is writing out the objectives on the board on a daily basis, then review those objectives at the end of the class. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Vernise: I think consistent unpreparedness will undoubtedly result in a loss of credibility, and student's will be more likely to tune out or not participate in their own learning. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Using a teaching journal

Hi Simone: Teaching journals can be a great way to look at what went wrong and what works on a day to day basis. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi April: Unpreparedness may result in a loss of credibility that can not be repaired. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting instructional media

Hi Vernise: Being able to hold the student's attendtion is key, especially with adult learners. In fact, it is most likely due to instructor's being unable to do this that translates to some retention issues. Regards, Barry

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Using senses in learning

Hi Shannon: Due to the fact that most adult learners are hands on types, a varied approach (like you've described) is considered the best by most educational enthusiasts. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Using pretests as planning tools

Hi Shannon: I like the idea of having the student re-take the pre-test after review to show them what they've learned. This idea should be incorporated into every pre-test situation if time allows. Regards, Barry

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Shannon: To support this very idea, a lot of institutions are moving towards electronic databases systems that allow the student to access their grade any time they want. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Frances: More on this concept of setting the tone, it may also be a good idea if the instructor come in and routinely greet the group to set a positive tone. Better yet, do this while reviewing the daily objectives! Regards, Barry

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Using senses in learning

Hi Debra: Studies have show that most adult learners learn best with hands on activities. Knowing this, we might incorporate as many things that force the student to "do" something as much as possible. Regards, Barry