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Hi Keveka: Another good thing these tools are great for is to reveael what kind of learner you have, making lesson plans more effective. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Understanding yourself as an instructor

Hi Geraldyne: Another good thing knowing yourself as an instructor is good for is to make continual improvements in both strengths AND weaknesses we have as instructors. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Mistakes made when selecting course content

Hi Deborah: Another effective technique is holding all students accountable to the same grading standards. An effective way of doing this is by the use of clear rubrics. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Making field trips and guest speakers a part of instruction

Hi Sarrah: Very true - as it applies to career based courses. On the other hand and in general, field trips and guest speakers can give ANY class group a new persepective about the topic at hand. And, this is a great way to mix it up, especially for career courses. Regards, Barry

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Role of instructor personality in delivery selection

Hi Sarrah: This is so true! Basically, no matter what our comfort level, instructors should try to have a multi-level approach with presenting information so we make sure we address every type of learner. Regards, Barry

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Jill: Being prepared in the manner you've described also helps to keep the level of stress to a minimum. Imagine how much more stress the instructor has to navigate through when they are unprepared! Regards, Barry

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Selecting instructional media

Hi Jill: The greatest thing about what you're describing here is that by using multiple techniques, you increase the chance to teach to every type of learning style. Regards, Barry

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Reengaging off-task students

Hi Jill: Great idea! Additionally, another technique that might work is having the instructor walk around and put themselves in closer proximity to the student. Regards, Barry

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Informing students of status in course

Hi Jill: To paraphrase - we can give students the chance to make changes in their study habits for more successful outcomes in the course at the end. Regards, Barry

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Using a teaching journal

Hi Jill: Exactly - use of this kind of tool allows the instructor a chance to continually make improvements on what works, and what doesn't. Regards, Barry