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Hi Gail: Another technique that might work well is having the instructor walk around the class while lecturing, bringing a closer proximity to the students. Regards, Barry

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Being a student-centered instructor

Hi Jill: That's a good way of thinking about this. We should ideally strive to keep the student's best interests at heart when giving new information. What should they be able to do when done with our class? Regards, Barry

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Role of instructor personality in delivery selection

Hi Pamela: In general, there should ideally be a balance between personality, passion, and less of these. Both extremes can serve to distract the student. Regards, Barry

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Gail: This also allows the student a chance to make changes in study habits as early as possible to facilitate more successful outcomes by the end of that course. Regards, Barry

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Using pretests as planning tools

Hi Frank: Another good thing these tools are useful for are identifying what kind of student learner you have which can make for more effective lesson planning. Regards, Barry

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Selecting instructional media

Hi Frank: In general, the best approach is usually using a variety of media to be more sure of addressing every type of learning style. Regards, Barry

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Setting up a grading system

Hi Frank: Rubrics are a great way to avoid any misu derstandings that may occur regarding the expectations on grades. Regards, Barry

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Role of instructor personality in delivery selection

Hi Meredith: Agreed, this is a great use of personality in the classroom. One thing to consider is there should be a balance between too much personality/passion and a lack of it, as either extreme can serve to distract a student. Regards, Barry

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Using pretests as planning tools

Hi Meredith: Additionally, these can show you what kind of student learner you have, which can make for more effective lesson planning. Regards, Barry

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Awarding extra credit

Hi Meredith: Keep in mind that extra credit may be a bad idea if it allows a student the chance to pass a course when they haven't demonstrated they understand the key material. Regards, Barry