Barry Westling

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Hi Siomn: Well, that's definitely important. What we're talking about is using effective strategies when creating SLOs. What do you want the student to be able to do when they've finished the course? Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting instructional media

Hi Simon: You make a great point - we don't want to ever use any material that can distract the student away from the main point. As instructors, we should always keep in mind what we're trying to impart to the student. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Using senses in learning

Hi Simon: Using a variety of methods in the learning environment is considered the most effective way of teaching. It can help to address every type of learning style. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Lisa: Exactly - and as there can be a loss of credibility with the students, this can have a long term neagative impact on the relationship of the student and teacher. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Michael: Disorganization can send the wrong message to the students. That message can be detrimental to future learning due to the loss of credibility you mention. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Using senses in learning

Hi Michael: Good point - we know from studies that there are many ways people learn. By incorporating visual aides, audio files, and kinesthetic activities, we can address every type of learning style. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Developing instructional backup plans

Hi Michael: Another idea is to use back up plans no matter what as a way of bringing variety to the classroom session. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Selecting evaluation methods

Hi Michael: In a very broad sense, the idea here is that there can be multiple effective methods of evaluation to use with students. It doesn't have to be just one way. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Making field trips and guest speakers a part of instruction

Hi Michael: That's the main idea - by using these types of activities, the student can have the opportunity to talk to others about the topic you've been presenting. Regards, Barry

Barry Westling

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Organized and prepared to teach

Hi Michelle: Exactly - the instructor ends up losing credibility with the group, which may have long term negative impacts to the rest of their teaching with that group. Regards, Barry