Susan Polick

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Becoming self-directed learners through questioning

Hi Olivia- Thanks for your post to the forum. Questioning and discussions are so necessary for us to get the feebdback we need to tailor our instruction. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Creating a positive learning environment

Hi Robert - Yes, students can at times adjust to other delivery styles, but to learn best, they need to also have their own style of earning accomodated. Susan

Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Joel - As a visual learner I can always appreciate pictures in powerpoints. Susan

Susan Polick

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Using student self-assessments as learning tools

HI Joel - Thanks for your post to the forum. You describe excellent strategies to help students take an active role in their learning. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Supporting the learning styles of your students

Hi Helen - Teaching till 11 p.m. is indeed very challenging. Not only must you be tired but your students as well. Susan

Susan Polick

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Creating a positive learning environment

Hi Sarah - I agree- the physical environment sends a message from the beginning. "Are these people serious about what they do? Do they care abour my comfort and how best to help me learn?" Best wishes- Susan

Susan Polick

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Involving all students in questioning sessions

HI Sarah- Thanks for your post to the forum. It is always great to see how supportive students are of each other in class! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Instruction approaches for kinesthetic learners

Hi Steven - Thanks for your post to the forum. The one-on-one feedback that you give is excellent! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Instruction approaches for kinesthetic learners

Hi Jennifer - What a fun and interactive classroom you are running! Do they get syrup too? LOL! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Patrick- Yes, students do really enjoy relating their own expereinces to the concepts at hand. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan