In an age of increasing teleworking, how do managers ensure that files and records are kept? As long as there are no problems, disorganized records are not an issue. But when legal and ethical issues do arise, organizations may find themselves negligent. I believe virtual networking can help. But the asyncronous nature of teleworking can complicate virtual networking. I would be prudent to ensure some form of standardized grouping for the good of effective supervison.

Should you combine your personal and professional to-do lists? I believe this can help minimize stress and enhance a feeling of control.

For me it seems that when I allow students to pick paper topics they are more motivated to do a good job. I have also added a project that includes interviewing a family member or friend and write a report on their personal medical issue. I find that it gives student some real life prep for patient care.

How do you deal with a student who always has a devistating event week after week. I don't want to doubt the student,as there may be that much stress but how do you ensure your being caring but at the same time tell them they still have those requirements to fill?

I noticed that I would be a person that suffered from both “get it done right now as soon as it is given to you” and “I’ll do it later.” Being a person that walks between both worlds I know how hard it is to manage your time. One of the Tips that I would like the share with others would be Outlook! Instead of setting up a to-do-list that I have no time to check, I set up my Outlook email to do that for me. If someone assigns me a task that I know will take more than 10 minutes I tell them to please email me the request so I don’t let it fall by the wayside. Once they email it to me I flag it and assign a quick category to it. This helps me out a lot. As I get tasks done I delete the email. As more come in I assign them flags and tags. One by one they go away, but the queue is never clear? I guess that is another problem for another section HAHA!

If instructors are always stressed out about students then they should possibly move into another line of work. To be an instructor, etc. totally means YOU must LOVE people. A people person is defined as dealing with all kinds and walks of life ethically and professionally in the classroom and outside the classroom on a daily basis. If an instructor has arrogance about them then trying to connect the coursework material to students will be an arduous task to the instructor. Students on day one of the semester or school year will automatically detect what kind of instructor they will have for the semester or school year. Day one for an instructor and students sets the stage on if the instructor will have stress or not stress pending on their actions in the classroom. Instructors on day one can provide students with an icebreaker game, tell a couple of funny jokes, etc. Instructors and students will immediately start to connect with a couple of these activities. On day one instructors and students are both nervous and anxious for the course or school year to start. A helpful remedy can be for instructors when you have a situation in the classroom instead of right away coming to a decision wait and become diplomatic. Most of the time instructors come to rash decision in an uneducated way where the final decision cannot be taken back and the student can be scarred for life. Most times it is better to wait for more information on the problem and then come to a final decision.

Managing stress in the workplace especially in a school setting is crucial to students learning. When a student ask a ridiculous question you have to remind yourself that you were once a student and were very confused on a subject matter. Instructors are looked upon as authoritative leaders in their field. Instructors are always on and viewed by students even not being in the classroom. Also a component in managing stress can be from an instructor’s upbringing from their family. Another component can be an instructor’s personality being an introvert or extrovert, etc. also has a significant difference in the classroom. For instructors to correct this problem there are training stress seminars online, continuing educational stress workshops on-campus, stress management consultants, etc. There is help out there but instructor have to make the first step.

My experiences utilizing a conversion grading scale works great for students. A conversion grading scale is like a “To Do List.” Instructor review students answers toward viewing and hitting all the points for the exam in my case was a Microsoft office college course. My outcome toward using a conversion grading scale was very positive for students. I have also given students a brief review of the material because exams were cumulative on chapters.

Most instructors eat healthy and exercise regularly still experience stress. Possible viewpoints toward ergonomic setup for instructors using a computer, desk, chair, etc. are crucial toward managing stress. Some helpful tips for instructors sitting in front of a computer are for the: -chair should be adjustable height with lumbar support for lower back and seat back angle 90° -90° knee angle to the floor as feet should be on the floor in other cases a foot rest for shorter people -wrists should be straight directed toward the computer keyboard on desk -viewing angle distance 18-24 inches toward computer screen These are vital ergonomic components that need to be addressed where instructors avoid worrying about managing their stress. If instructors using a computer experience vision eyes floaters they are caused by long periods of time on the computer. Instructors should use a computer for no more than 20 to 30 minutes and then look out a window for about five minutes and stare at an object. A helpful tip to reduce vision eye floaters can be also to place two lamps on both ends of a desk. Proper light when using a computer is essential including an old computer screen versus flat computer screen makes a big difference too. Turn up the lighting on the computer screen. If instructors avoid coffee and weightlifting that also contributes to vision eyes floaters. I have done some investigation on these issues.

1.Aiming To Be Buddies With Their Students 2.Being Too Easy On Discipline 3.Not Setting Up Proper Organization From The Start 4.Getting Involved In Campus Politics 5.Not Asking For Help 6.Being Overly Optimistic And Too Easily Crushed 7.Being Too Hard On Yourself

Remember that students need to feel valued and welcomed. They need to know that you have an honest interest in each one of them, not only as a class, but also as individuals. • Be consistent; establish the rules and stick to them. • Consequences should be fair and consistently applied. • Be prepared for the students who will test the rules. • Do not threaten students with a consequence unless you are ready to carry it out. Students will view you as inconsistent if you fail to do what you say. • Do not be judgmental; look at each situation from all angles before you designate a consequence. • Never put off discipline. Handle any behavioral problem when it occurs. • Make sure students understand the rules and the consequences. Students need to know how to behave in any given situation. With some students, you may want to do role-playing at the beginning of each course. In this way, students will see what is expected of them and see the consequences being applied. • Show a true interest in all of the students. Each one needs to be treated as an individual and with respect, not just another student. When giving praise to any student, use his or her name with the praise. Nothing pleases students more than to hear their names used in a good light. • Implement well-planned lessons. Know what you are going to teach and be well prepared.

Here are some tips I personally use for dealing with difficult students and difficult situations: • Meet privately – having an audience causes more defensiveness. • Expect that difficult situations will take time to resolve – if you feel rushed, ask to meet at a later, specific time. • Don't take things personally. Recognize that your role is to be calm and objective. (Vent later with a friend or colleague if you need to.) Use Active Listening Skills • Clarification – ask questions to clarify if you are unsure • Paraphrasing – rephrase content • Reflection – rephrase feelings • Summarization – listen for themes or main points • Physical cues – use head nods, eye contact, open body posture; this lets the listener know that you are listening Work on one problem at a time • Make requests, not ultimatums • Focus on the present not the past. Focus on what you want, not on what you don't want

Setting the stage for success in my department, I encourage my Instructors to; get to know your students, let your students get to know each other ,respect and foster diverse ways of being/knowing/doing.,create a safe place for learning to occur: help students to fit in; relevant questions are OK; expectations for students and instructor, make the physical environment comfortable, and vary your teaching strategies to support different learning styles,

I like to ask the class clown to "mentor" one of the more quiet students to try to get the quiet student up to the "clown's" activity. The "clown" likes being asked for assistance.

One time I had a student tell me his homework was late because someone bombed his car and you guessed it - his homework was inside!

If you treat students with respect they will also have a sense of respect with added trust that is needed in a relationship built for a classroom

Handling my stressors better

I tnink I should not try to do too many things at once

Try to have better time management

I will try the to do list