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Determining the effectiveness of testing formats

Hi Megan, Thanks for a great synopsis of how to determine if your assessment has been effective! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Determining the effectiveness of testing formats

Hi Debra, Thanks for sharing your well formulated assessment strategies! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Using formative evaluation methods

Hi Albert, I agree about the importance of starting class with a review of the previous lesson. That way we are sure of where we stand with the previous material. Susan Susan Polick

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Questioning sessions as learning tools

Hi Evelyn, Thanks for your post to the forum. As you mention, it is important that we utlilize an interactive questioning format that involves teachers AND students asking questions. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Involving all students in questioning sessions

HI Albert, Thanks for your post to the forum. You are running a very interactive classroom which definitely takes experience! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Felecia, Thanks for your post to the forum. I agree that it is valuable to share our own take on answers before we give the "stock" book answer. Also, taking the time to relate the question/topic to our personal experience can demonstrate the relevancy. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Sandra, Thanks for your post to the forum. I agree - small group discussions can be very valuable especially for those not inclined to participate. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Joel, Thanks for your post to the forum. I also especially like to use brainstorming. It provides a non-intimidating mode for the shy students and really encourages interactivity. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Linda, Thanks for your post to the forum. Yes, if we are looking for discussion, open ended questions are the way to go! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan Susan Polick

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Supporting the learning styles of your students

Hi Lisa, You obviously are a very caring instructor; taking the time to really get to know your students and accomodating their needs. Great work! Susan Polick