Dr. Melissa Read

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That's a great tip Jason! Thanks for sharing. Yes, electronic grade books help everyone because they often allow students to get feedback much faster than paper based methods.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

This is a great approach Anjali. It sounds like this helps you focus on both being a great instructor and a great mom.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

This is true Jennifer. As instructors, we need to strike a healthy balance between becoming more efficient and taking the time to make certain we best serve our student assessment needs.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Indeed! Class time is hard because we can't multitask. So we're only getting one thing done at a time. It's important not to rush the topics though and focus on providing our students with course content at the right pace!

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Yes, student requests are often dealt with with a sense of urgency. They are important.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

The standards to which we hold ourselves can be ultra stressful. Trying to create reasonable expectations for oneself is the key.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

Social networking tools are quite the distraction for students these days. Some instructors have found ways of incorporating networks and online communities into the curriculum to keep students focused on course material.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Yes! Most everyone enjoys a good walk.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Great point Ronnie. Sometimes reading every word is not necessary, even in essay style questions. You can even ask your students to underline the most important words for quick and easy scanning.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

These are both great ideas Byron! I say go for it one at a time. You will be amazed at how much time you save with just a little investment.