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There are many different learning styles, and you need to figure out which one would work best for you and your students. I also learn the different formats of lectures.

Goals and objectives are sizeable and applicable to all blocks of instruction and tie into the overall end state.  Quality content and pushing students to develop their assumptions will ensure learning occurs.

An instructor needs to keep the delivery of instructional content interesting and relevant. Students that are interested and engaged will retain more information. The student's also need to learn something and then apply it right away to help them learn the skills to become experts in practice. 

Using the tree diagram when preparing lecture notes will be helpful to keep track of the flow of your lecture. Helps you to stay focused and on topic. Great time management tool!

I learned to consider the 15-18 minute attention span of the average human, and to remember to keep things to 5-7 steps, also the limit for the average human being to engage - this is so important to me, because I want my students comprehending AND engaging in my course content.

Include different delivery styles to increase interest and learning from the student. I will use lesson plans that include problem solving, demonstration and opportunity to practice the skills.

There are several ways to deliver course content and using a variety helps keep students engaged and interested.   Any way of delivery must be well planned out and prepared for ahead of time.  

Rapport improves retention. 

Take into account all learning styles when creating course content. Demonstrating skills to students is also a useful tool for learning.

I should do multiple mini lectures instead of one long lecture as I will grab the students attention and ability to remember more.

It is a good idea to switch lecture methods frequently to keep the curiosity and excitement high to retain motivation and to interact with different types of learners.

Everyone learns different so use different teaching styles to reach more students.  Be prepared and concise.  Practice any demos prior to class.

M. Inzirillo

Preparing lesson plans and a utilizing a variety of instructional delivery methods can keep a student's interest with an increased probability of achieving student learning outcomes.

Preparing lesson plans and a utilizing a variety of instructional delivery methods can keep a student's interest with an increased probability of achieving student learning outcomes.

Keep segments of lecture short to 10-15 minute increments to facilitate learning. I also think as uncomfortable as it may be, that videotaping a lecture may be a great way to self reflects and make changes to your own teaching style. 

Key focus was how to push students to learn through content, challenging their assumptions, and learning about themselves. It provided a framework on how to develop course design and lecture presentation. 

It is important to learn a variety of teaching styles in order to cater to all students in the course.

Personality and authenticity are key to skillful lecturing in the classroom. One of the best ways to address the wide variety of learning styles and interest levels while instructing students is to vary your method of instruction and tailor it to maintain student engagement by always paying close attention to the feedback you receive as you teach. In this way, you can evolve and expand your skillset, while also enhancing the experience for your students.

Prepare your lecture style and randomly do video recordings to critique yourself.

Use a variety of methods.

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