Tracey Brown

It is most beneficial to engage students individually instead of as a group. Our instructional approaches should connect the material to real-world experiences.

We should never assume all veterans are the same, just like we wouldn't assume all students are the same. We have diverse students, and it's important to engage all learning styles.

It is important to design and implement learning activities that engage every student so that discussions and exchanges are constructive, rather than personal or negative.

Many veterans have difficulty transitioning back to civilian life and may have unique learning needs. It is important to engage all learning styles.

Reflective thinking takes time and patience. One must consider the different options, weigh the pros and cons of each option, and seek additional information to make informed decisions. 

Critical thinking is not inherent. It is a process that is learned and developed over time. When presenting information to students in the classroom, less is more. Too much information about a topic can cause them to tune out.

There are many factors to consider when trying to implement a flipped classroom. It is imperative to get your PD and administrators involved in the process. The flipped classroom approach transforms student learning and the way we teach. The focus is on content mastery.

Flipping the classroom is an interesting idea. I am going to look into it further. 

I love the concept of the flipped classroom. The key to this is getting the students to read their assigned chapters and watch course videos before class. I have explained to them that this will allow more time in class for learning activities. Perhaps some of you have implemented this successfully in your course. How did you motivate them?