The best classes are those in which it is understood that learning is to take place.. The environment is conducive to learning. This starts with the way the class is designed, the teacher's preparation, and most importantly the teacher's attitude! If we approach our students as though they want to learn, most will rise to the occasion. By signing up for their programs, the student has at least vocally said "I want to learn" so we should give them what they signed up for! On the other hand, if we walk in with a jaded idea that our students should not be here, do not have the maturity, capability, or desire to learn, then we unconsciously support the behaviors that make it so.