Dr. Melissa Read

Discussion Comment

This sounds like an excellent plan James. It's great to take the time to create good lectures that can be used semester after semester. And do try the underlining technique.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Wow, grading assignments ahead of their due date is really getting ahead of schedule. But it sounds like your block of time method will work best.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

This is true Ronald. Learning to deal with stress does make you stronger and often more organized.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

This is a great point Glenda. In these times, the bottom line has become increasingly important for organizations and the center of focus. When our focus is highest quality education, but their focus is number of enrollments, this can cause a stressful conflict.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

I use one too and I love the same thing about it. I have so many meetings that I would surely forget to attend them if I didn't have the reminder system in place.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

These sound like some healthy habits Glenda. It is so important to remember to cover the basics, like making sure you get the right nutrition and are well rested - even in retirement.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

It's great to be able to have someone to talk to who is in the same situation as you are. They can really approach your stress from a place of understanding.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Excellent! Yes, the urgent items really pop out when you add notation to your list. This makes them easy to identify and attack right away.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Yes, breaking down large tasks into smaller tasks can be really motivating and make those tasks far less daunting. This can keep you moving forward.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

This sounds like the right approach Nicholas. If you've got a good strategy in place, just keep it up!