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John Morris
John Morris

Organization

Being organized sets an example.
Linn Sheik
Linn Sheik

SHOUTING

Some instructors think if they raise and lower their voice that they can keep everyones attention. This only scares me while I am trying to concentrate.
John Morris
John Morris

Instilling trust

A good rapport and letting students know about their ethical responsibilities can reduce cheatiing.
John Morris
John Morris

unprepared students

Motivate to be more prepared by using them as examples.
Linn Sheik
Linn Sheik

To Wear a university emblem

I believe it is in poor taste to display another university's emblem (whether shirt or computer bag)while teaching at a different university. Are there rules about this?
Linn Sheik
Linn Sheik

cheating online

I have had several spouses and family members take on line courses at the same time and submit similar work. They end up getting similar grades. I really hate that they may be losing out but?
Linn Sheik
Linn Sheik

OVERBEARING

I have students who are always typing a comment in the online chat room. Half of the time it is not relevant to the classroom discussion. I am trying to read all posts, answer them, look at my notes, run the computer and review items in the book. I have tried redirecting this student every class. I also set aside time to review the class expectations again noting the request to stay on topic. Your thoughts?
John Morris
John Morris

explaining couse

read sylabus and explain course and what is expected
Nancy Petritsch
Nancy Petritsch

Stress

We have many stressors in our daily lives. Since we cannot eliminate certain stressors it is important that we learn how to manage stress.
Nancy Petritsch
Nancy Petritsch

Computerized Gradebook

I have been teaching for over 10 years and always figured out my grades using a calculator! A few years ago, someone shared ideas with me about a software program they use that was very user friendly. What a difference in time savings! I would be lost without it now. If you do not yet use a computer program of some kind to manage your grades/classes, start to look for one. You will be glad you did!
Nancy Petritsch
Nancy Petritsch

Time Management and Street

I am a firm believer of setting daily goals and writing a to-do list. If we do this, we will be less stressed and be better managers of our time.
Erica Smeltzer
Erica Smeltzer

Angry frustration based students

I have many students in my institution who get angry because they do not understand. Their anger stems from technology rather than course content. I noticed that they never try to solve the issue, they vent or blame something until someone else does it for them. This behavior is detrimental to their future success. Does anyone have any stratgies to combat this behavior?
Meghan Pesch
Meghan Pesch

late assignments

I have many students that think as long as they notify me of an absent (even if it's 1x week), they will be able to make-up each exam they missed. Sometimes it gets to be a big, ongoing problem. I only allow one make up exam per quarter and that has really cut back on students being absent on exam days.
Tonia Cucci
Tonia Cucci

quite student

one of my student very qiute, answer some questions, passing all test with minimal grades. I have tried to understaind whether the class lectures are understood by this student always very positive. I am consern though that I may loose this student before the endo of the program. any suggestions how to get this individual to open up a littlte more so that I could help a little more. I do prepaire my class in groups for group work or discussions.
Alex Arnold
Alex Arnold

Goals

asking the students to name their passions has helped each better know one another, and offered a link to some of the learning ahead
Erica Smeltzer
Erica Smeltzer

My know-it-all

What a wonderful time to learn student management! My know-it-all student is frying my nerves. Her speaking out and interruptions are not only rude, but they confuse my students. I am trying to think of things I can to re-structure my class so that I do not give her the opporunity to speak out. I don't think the card trick will work here. Any suggestions?
Jason Widger
Jason Widger CHEP

Stress release

I have found out that racing my motorcycle is the best way for me to releave my stress. I usually go to the race track and hang out with my friends, cut jokes, have a nice meal or three and generally unwind. When im out on my bike i just forget about everything and just concentrate on what im doing. I come back to work on monday and feel 1000000% better.
Hayley Cluever
Hayley Cluever

reducing instructor anxiety

I always emphasize to the students that they, too, are responsible for creating an effective, relaxed, productive learning atmosphere. When I do feel anxiety, it seems to stem from taken entire responsibility for the classroom atmosphere.
Hayley Cluever
Hayley Cluever

student cheating

I try to remind students that by cheating they are really doing themselves a great disservice. It is virtually impossible for them to cheat on their national certification exam. Therefore, they really should be sure they are effectively retaining what they need to now.
Hayley Cluever
Hayley Cluever

challenging students

When students show passive aggression it is difficult to avoid reacting to their challenging behaviors. In these situations I try to remember that their behaviors are often not about me, rather they are about something going on with the student.