Keith Lalim

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The lesson on this subject is probably a very powerful strategy!!! I wish I had thought of it! I encounter this challenge often and have been "scratching my head" wondering how to properly remedy this. The "observer" and "use-it-wisely" techniques are brilliant! Thank you!

Keith Lalim

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Lengthy class and how to keep students attentive.

Yes! Great way of looking at a lengthy class! Thank you, Keith

Keith Lalim

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Lengthy class and how to keep students attentive.

Hi Dr. Meers, I appreciate the feedback! Thank you, Keith

Keith Lalim

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Students in the back of the classroom.

Wow! Thank you! I like your approach to this. This is supportive of how I believe the classroom should be handled. With respect and the backup of the school policy! Thank you, Keith

Keith Lalim

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Lengthy class and how to keep students attentive.

Dear Dr. Meers, I teach a five hour class, five days a week (12:00 to 17:00). The students get a ten minute break every 50 min and one 30 minute break. I think it takes too long for the students to get back in focus after their breaks. I notice some of them fading off later in the day. One thing I have learned is to not shut off all the lights during a PowerPoint; this is when they really fall off. I need to grab their attention more effectively! I feel that I am enthusiastic. More student interaction will… >>>

Keith Lalim

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Students in the back of the classroom.

Hello Dr. Meers, This course and forum has exceeded my expectations! This is a great learning tool. I appreciate the feedback and useful ideas! I'm going to number off the students and will probably remove the chairs from the back row. They all paid money to be in this program, and as you say, those that are more interested in learning should not suffer. Thank you, Keith

Keith Lalim

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Students in the back of the classroom.

I sent someone home the other day because of text messaging (against school policy to have phone on). This seemed to send a message to all of the students that I am aware and will follow up on policies. The individual did go to the Dean. The Dean informed the student that I was following protocol and that this policy has been repeatedly reminded to the students. Thank you for your input! Keith

Keith Lalim

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Students in the back of the classroom.

Interesting! I have stragglers/loners and cliques. Thank you for the input! Keith

Keith Lalim

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Students in the back of the classroom.

Hello, After 23 years in my profession, which did include some teaching, I am now in the classroom for the first time. My students are young adults and have paid a lot of money for this education. There are 14 students in this class in which a few of them sit in the far back of the room, and it turns out that they are the most disruptive. How do I remedy the disruptions so that it is a better learning environment (even for the disruptors), short of introducing discipline? Thank you!