James Haigler

Comment on Ami Petrulak's post: Building a genuine connection with students is key. Having everyone share a short bio is a great way to break the ice and create a sense of community early on. It also helps you learn more about their backgrounds and interests, which can make your interactions more meaningful. Reaching out individually to students who seem disengaged is also important—approaching those conversations with tact and understanding can make them feel supported rather than singled out, and often encourages them to participate more.

Comment on Huda Rabie's post: That approach really sets a strong foundation. When you consistently show up prepared and put effort into how you present material, it makes a big difference in how smoothly lessons run and how well others can follow along. Practicing ahead of time and refining your videos also shows attention to detail, which helps build trust and keeps people engaged.