Theresa Pepe

Location: jacksonville, fl

About me

I am a college algebra instructor and am interested in learning more about motivating and engaging students. Although I have my own teaching practices I am always interested in learning new ideas.

Interests

math, educational technology, research... walking, dancing, gardening, etc...

Skills

computer, art: drawing, painting, crafts, decorating

Website

http://onlyalgebra.com

Activity

Theresa Pepe

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Is Orientation optional at your institution?

It is important to begin a new program with meeting staff and faculty members of the institution. It can be an exciting time for students.

I am wondering if anyone has made it mandatory to attend Orientation. I have never worked at an institution that made it mandatory to attend orientation. If a student misses it for one reason or another he or she still can attend classes. There are other areas that stated in the course (RT 103) orientation really does not end but that does not really cover the word as it is used for a meeting before… >>>

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Orientation Optional?

The course literature states: "As you plan orientation and mentoring programs the most important things to remember are: Orientation and mentoring are among the many 'optional' services to offer students." Question one on the quiz is "Orientation programs can be optional for most programs." I don't really know about most schools and colleges but I have never had to make it mandatory in my experiences in different schools. It is highly encouraged and recommended. Can someone clarify this for me?

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Changes with Today's Student?

One point I would like to make is that some times what the students hear in admissions is not the case in the classroom. I do not like to see students upset with the demands of the program. If it is an accelerated program students must be prepared to work hard and to meet the deadlines.

In some of my classes I see some weak students who to not want to work at it. Some of them have attitudes and although I do believe the students should come first, it remains that in some classes students are rude and disruptive. … >>>

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Students know we are there for them matters!

I have my heart in educating students and I must say that they are so appreciative of my efforts to work with them. Although I do follow the policies and procedures of the program and stick to them, my students understand that they need to all have an equal education and equal accountability. Tutoring sessions are a place to not only educate our students, but to get to know them and share some experiences. It is also a good time to share with them channels of communication between them and me and the college support systems also. It makes a… >>>

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Retention... what does it mean for you and your students?

This course helped me to see the fucntion of the instructor as a part of the support system for students need. I do enjoy working with students and understanding what I can do to help them through the program. If I do not have a plan to assist them with I know I can offer them support from the advisors, department heads, and the deans.

It is important to everyone to know the chain of command for students to take when they are in need. I also need to look into the channels that best guide students. When instructors have… >>>

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