Susan Polick

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Hi William - Thanks for your post to the forum. Like yourself, there are many students who just do not test well so I agree that presentations or projects are a good option for them. I have found though that there are many students who dislike group work. Best wishes as you embark on your teaching career! Susan

Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Chris - Thanks for sharing some great ideas for effective questioning! Susan

Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Chris-Thanks for your post to the forum. That was excellent advice that you shared! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Creating a positive learning environment

Hi Foch - Thanks for your post to the forum. All students respond positively to an enthusiatic and creative instructor! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Getting student participation in questioning sessions

Hi Tricia- By telling your students about what you found confusing, you help them to relate to you and, as you say, feel more comfortable. Best wishes - Susan

Susan Polick

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Creating a positive learning environment

Hi Fatima - Thanks for yor post to the forum. Almost all labs are not very good for lecturing. You are doing a good job of compensating! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

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Using alternative assessments

Hi Carolyn - I also rely on rubrics, especially when I teach classes like Public Speaking or Composition. Best wishes! Susan

Susan Polick

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Selecting testing formats

Hi Tricia - Thanks for your post to the forum. You make a very good point about using essay questions occasionally in skill based courses - thanks for sharing! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Using formative evaluation methods

Hi Julie- Thanks for your post to the forum. You shared some excellent reasons for internships that ensure that students are evaluated "on the job". Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan

Susan Polick

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Selecting testing formats

Hi Robert - Thank you for your post to the forum. Your assessment strategy is very comprehensive - great work! Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career. Susan