Barry Westling

Hi April: One way you can use the students to help is have them wite their names on a sheet of paper along with the categories and a space for their grades thus far. Then collect them, and just fill in the blanks and hand them back. But for more impact, do the same exercise, but hand each one back personnaly so you can commend , comment, encourage, and reinforce your commitment to assisting them. They'll appreciate it. Regards, Barry

Hi April: Frequent progress or status reports give the student a chance to make corrections in their studies. Waiting too long or leaving it up to the students to decide to discuss their status may not help measure their performance acurately. Regards, Barry

Hi Graham: Yes! When the teacher is willing to work with the the student's individual needs to learn the material, they are practicing student centered learning. Regards, Barry

Hi Robert: Both activities are strong motivators. Even a recent graduate can be dynamic if they've landed a good job - they can bring a level of enthusiasm and relate to the students in a way that a seasoned worker may not be able. Regards, Barry

Hi Robert: Whenever the media is selected, it should amplify and enhance the lesson, not distract or just fill time. Learning should improve as the result of your many media choices available. Regards, Barry

Hi Robert: It may also reveal where students are not at the sme level anf therefore, where more emphasis is needed. Regards, Barry

Hi Robert: We also can impart suggestions for improvement and offer our encouragement and support. Regards, Barry

Hi William: Great. When I'm prepared, it shows the students I care about my profession, the class, and the students performance and learning. It can help build trust, and trust can help lead to respect. When students respect their teacher, they'll be open to learning from them. Regards, Barry

Hi Jennifer: With thorough preparation, students will see the teacher cares about their job and the students education. That helps build trust, and may contribute to respect for what the teacher has to impart as well. Regards, Barry

Hi Jennifer: Correction often takes time to make a difference in the students grade. Waiting too long, or not providing enough advice and supportive suggestions leaves open the possibility of too little too late. Regards, Barry