Barry Westling

Hi Daniel: Great reasons. I think when this occurs in a friendly caring sort of way, with encouragement, support while give sincere advice and suggestions for improvement, the student will warm up to the sharing, and be more willing to apply themselves. Regards, Barry

Hi Daniel: You mention specific. I think that's true. Complimenting that, is that these pre-assessments or "tests" don't have to be long or even partucularly difficult. A good version is one that gives the instructor a measure of where the empahsis of a class might occur. Rgards, Barry

Hi Erica: I've found that the more interesting teachers are natural, honest and genuine, jnow their subject, and are enthusiastic in presenting information about it. Students respond to ture versions of ourselves. Regards, Barry

Hi Scott: Confidence in the abilities we have as teachers, (subject matter experts), certainly experienced workers, is a cornerstone to conveying authenticity to what we have to say. It is this foundation we can build from and diminish weaker areas (that over time will improve). Regards, Barry

Hi Daniel: Great thought and inspiring principle - to teach and foster the birth of the next generation of workers! Regards, Barry

Hi Erica: Sure, when they see the real world of work they're preparing for, they will be very motivated, willing to work harder, and tend to take their studies more seriously. Regards, Barry

Hi Daniel: I think it's true that if a teacher cares, that'll come through in their level of preparation. Regards, Barry

Hi Terry: Media and style go hand in hand. Neither should be too overwhelming oir extreme, and the students needs should take precedent over the instructors individual style and choices. Regards, Barry

Hi Thomas: You're right, this tool helps the teacher and also gives the students some insights into what the course entails. Regards, Barry

Hi Susan: Every teacher needs to define how they will prpare, deliver, and grade their class. The varieties of methodsare endless. Extra credit is a very controversial subject. There is no right or wrong. Awarding extra credit, in my opinion, really is only a grade altering activity with little learning accompaninging it. But I understand and can appreciate alternative viewpoints. As a health science professions instuctor, much information can result in harm to patients, or dangerous mistakes can be made. Therefore my bias may be different from others where that is not is as much a concern. Regards, Barry