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Renata , This is a good approach to evaluating student input. Providing guidelines prior to receiving the feedback is an effective way to format the discussion. Tremayne Simpson

Alan , I agree. Instructors have to take advantage of viable professional development opportunities and actively participate in "industry-related" organizations, to ensure that they are away of the changes in their fields and are able to implement new information into the course. Tremayne Simpson

Shoaib, What methods do you use to encourage your students to be "candid" when they are provided their direct opinions? Tremayne Simpson

Jennifer, This is a good method for ensuring that all students (regardless of learning level) will be engaged in the course. It is also a good idea (when applicable) to create collaborative assignments that will enable the "faster-paced" students to work in tandem with those that are struggling. Sometimes the "peer motivation" factor can assist in getting the struggling students up to speed in the course. Tremayne Simpson

Marshall, As a suggestion, it is a good idea to periodically place questions, at various points in your lecture. This will give the students an opportunity to "keep up with the pace" and you will be able to assess the overall level of comprehension. If something was not interpreted clearly, you would then have an opportunity to re-present the material to the students. Tremayne Simpson

Rosamond, Is this activity provided on the first day of the course? Tremayne Simpson

Alberta, It is a great idea to plan for class discussion, following the introduction of a course topic. In addition it is a good idea to assign additional activities (as a "backup" plan) in cases where the students are not actively participating in the discussion. Tremayne Simpson

Renata , What types of assessment methods do you use to accomodate the varying learning styles? Tremayne Simpson

Alan , I agree. Based upon my experience, smaller educational facilities can be a benefit for the students, due to the expanded amount of attention that they receive from the faculty. Tremayne Simpson

Marshall, This is a viable way for integrating technology. You could also use "cue cards" during the filming of the video, so that you do not have to be perceived as reading the code of conduct. Tremayne Simpson