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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Dave, Thanks for your post to the forum. I agree that we should make our expectations clear from the beginning. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Instruction approaches for kinesthetic learners

Hi Clifton, It probably keeps them alert as they know that they may be called upon to demo! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Creating a positive learning environment

Hi Ryan, Thanks for your post to the forum. I agree that in addition to creating a setting that mimics the healthcare setting, creating a good learning environment is essential for the best learning outcomes. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Selecting testing formats

Hi Cynthia, Thanks for your post to the forum. I teach the same classes as you do. I'm glad you got some useful info from this course! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Using CATs as sources of instructor and student feedback

Hi Marie, Thanks for your post to the forum. Good technique to get participation! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Involving all students in questioning sessions

Hi Marie, Thanks for your post to the forum. Allowing students to use their book to search for answers certainly takes the pressure off! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Selecting testing formats

Hi Sandy, Thanks for your post to the forum. I am glad that you got some useful information to use in your classes. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Determining the effectiveness of testing formats

Hi Jonathon, Thanks for your post to the forum. Yes, when we use "Open Admissions" there is no question that we will get students who are lacking basic education skills. It is certainly a challenge! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Assessing general education skills

Hi Jason, Thanks for your pos to the forum. Yes, that is what we haer from employers as well, which is why we do our best to improve their basic skills while students are enrolled in our programs. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Effective assessment methods

Hi James, Thanks for sharing a good example of an effective questioning strategy. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick