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Hi Chelsea: One technique that may also work well is to have the instructor walk around while lecturing, bringing a closer physical proximity to the student. This is not always a practical solution, and may not work for certain course work. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Goal of educating students

Hi Rosemarie: One thing we can say about the overall goal of education is to help our students become more effective decision makers - in school, in their careers, and in life. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Rosemarie: By consistently allowing students to have an idea of how they are doing in class, they have the chance to make changes in study habits as soon as possible. By doing this, they promote a more successful outcome for themselves by the end of the course. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Hi David: By consistently allowing students to have an idea of how they are doing in class, they have the chance to make changes in study habits as soon as possible. By doing this, they promote a more successful outcome for themselves by the end of the course. Regards, Barry

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Annie: The problem with consistent disorganization from an instructor is the potential loss of credibility with the students, and the message it may send, which is â€œIâ€™m not concerned enough about your learning to be organized for youâ€. Regards, Barry

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Nia: The problem with consistent disorganization from an instructor is the potential loss of credibility with the students, and the message it may send, which is â€œIâ€™m not concerned enough about your learning to be organized for youâ€. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Goal of educating students

Hi Nia: One thing we can say about the overall goal of education is to help our students become more effective decision makers - in school, in their careers, and in life. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Setting up a grading system

Hi Gary: This sounds like a very thorough method. Also, one of the best methods is to develop a rubric that is presented to the students the first day of class (or as soon as possible) so the student knows the expectations. Regards, Barry

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Reasons for evaluating students

Hi Theodore: The advantage of evaluating and then reviewing a test with the group is that it might allow a student to gain a better understanding of the rationale they need to answer similar questions that will occur on future exams. Also, it might trigger new questions about the subject matter that will help to stimulate a better understanding of the concepts overall. Regards, Barry

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Mistakes made when selecting course content

Hi Theodore: The best idea when selecting course material is to employ as many teaching styles as we can in order to address as many learning styles as possible. Selecting material and presenting it in a visual, audio, and kinesthetic way is considered the most efficient method of delivery. Regards, Barry