Barry Westling

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Hi Stephanie: 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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Being a student-centered instructor

Hi Tom: One of the best ways of being a student-centered instructor is to consistently be flexible in our approach. This may be difficult, especially with technical course work that must be delivered to the student in order for them to move on in a training program. However, if we can always keep in mind the teaching methods that work best for your student group, and having a willingness to make changes in delivery on the fly will promote the outcomes that are in the best interests of our students. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Mistakes made when selecting course content

Hi Doris: 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

Barry Westling

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Jonathan: 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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Being a student-centered instructor

Hi Sherri: One of the best ways of being a student-centered instructor is to consistently be flexible in our approach. This may be difficult, especially with technical course work that must be delivered to the student in order for them to move on in a training program. However, if we can always keep in mind the teaching methods that work best for your student group, and having a willingness to make changes in delivery on the fly will promote the outcomes that are in the best interests of our students. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Yolanda: 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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Role of instructor personality in delivery selection

Hi Margaret: Keep in mind the idea of BALANCE when discussing or thinking about personality in the classroom. If there is too much of any personality style, be it too humorous, or too strict, etc., this may serve only to distract the student from a full understanding of the course material. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Making field trips and guest speakers a part of instruction

Hi Tim: Field trips and guest speakers are a great way to renew interest in the material youâ€™ve been discussing in class. It gives the studentâ€™s a chance to speak with people (possibly in the field they are training for), and gain a different and new perspective about the topics at hand. Also, they might get the chance to ask some questions about the topics youâ€™ve discussed and get a better understanding overall. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting instructional media

Hi Tim: You are describing an attitude of being a student centered instructor. One of the best ways of being a student-centered instructor is to consistently be flexible in our approach. This may be difficult, especially with technical course work that must be delivered to the student in order for them to move on in a training program. However, if we can always keep in mind the teaching methods that work best for your student group, and having a willingness to make changes in delivery on the fly will promote the outcomes that are in the best interests of our… >>>

Barry Westling

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Selecting instructional media

Hi Jennifer: 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