Dr. Melissa Read

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Agressive students and difficult student personalities really can make our work life stressful. As instructors, we always have at least a handful of these students per semester. But often, far more of our students are really great, and do make teaching a pleasure. Trying to focus on these good students is key, while carefully managing the difficult personalities.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Indeed. It's so important to just be reasonable with ourselves. If our expectations are set properly, we can really feel good about our accomplishments.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

Talking to friends, listening to the radio and just taking a mental break from work and personal matters can all help with the commute.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Excellent Jorge! That's a small change but can make a huge difference in terms of the way you feel and how easily you fall asleep at night.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

This is true Pierre! Having a new perspective can completely change our stress experience.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Wow, those are great ideas Jennifer! Music can completely change the tone of the workplace. And interactive games can really pass the time.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Yes, balancing things in moderation is really key Amanda.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Sometimes just re-affirming can be a good process Laura. It sounds like you are confident in your task prioritization abilities and should stick with the system that works for you.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

That's actually a great idea Tina and one that I have not heard before. Probably helps you sleep better knowing that you can easily get your thoughts out without getting up.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

The scantron machine is a fantastic time saver Laura. You will be amazed at how much it can help you, especially with large class sizes and with several classes who take the same exam. Definately give it a try.