So many times I have come across students, not only in my class but other classes, that they have so many issues. When you do have their respect they still want to lean on you for advice. You can give only so much help before recommending them to student services. They are adult learners but you do get those you have to be a "MOM" at times. I have learned that students tend to be harsh on themselves if they don't get an A. One course that I teach, I do tell them that the course is hard and getting an A is hard to do but, if they do what I say such as study, get organized and dedicate themselves more than usuall than they did for the other courses then they can get that A. I show them the road to get there. Some think its an automatic so they get dissappointed. It does work for me.

I have mentioned this before, I seperate each student regardless during all test. After 3 years of teaching and of course I was a student along time ago, I have seen ever attempt at both behaviors. At times, I feel like a mom watching and correcting each behavior. You do listen and try to either help or correct the situation. All behavior's do need to be dealt with care. Do bring in a Supervisor when confronting with a student.

Hello, I take a walk or run to lift my spirits and to get back to basic needs for a more focused class.

Hello, I believe that much of the stress I put on myself could be eliminated.

Hello, The assessment is the greatest feedback that an instructor can give. Scores hold little redeemable value.

Hello, Organizational management is key to success in time and stress management.

Hello, When I first began to teach I felt the students needed to know everything, as though they did not have months more classes to go.

Hello, I tell my students that cheating if they have to cheat they do not know the material, and they paid for nothing.

Hello, Students don't have the connection between what they study and its importance. Getting them hooked is important.

Hello, The syllabus allows the student to get a feel for the class as it moved through the various topics.

i believe can be anything, that has a positive and beneficial effect upon the person and those who express their concerns for us. We are all striving for longevity, along with good health and a sound mind. Frequent exercises that allows us to Relax and Release are always good.

i believe that one's appearance, whether it is personal, in the workplace, at home, their vehicles or anything or anyone. Show's the contents of their inner self, state of mind and the contents of their character.

Most of us are exhausted after work. Not just physically exhausted, but mentally and emotionally as well. Helpful Hints! 1. Forgiveness 2. Thankfulness 3. Positive Thinking 4. Meditation 5. Ability to say I'm Sorry

People want more from mental & spiritual therapy than a clear account and chronology (phase 1) and symbolic analysis (phase 2). They want an expanded and deepened sense of the meaning of their lives. Identity--Who am I? Why am I here? Direction--Where am I going? How do I get there? Purpose--What am I doing here? Why am I going there? What does it all mean? This simply helps to put every aspect of our personal & professional lives in a more workable, logical and a stronger vision of accomplishment and self gratification.

I recently added a calendar to the handouts I give to students the first day of class. It was very helpful in giving the student a clearer picture of what is expected but I felt I did not have as much flexibility to focus on students specific interests and discussion. I have evaluated my calendar and will be changing some things to make it more flexible without giving up the explicit explanation of expectations. I could always use some suggestions with this however.

Hi, I often tell my career college students that employers that they extern with only want dependable, hardworking students in their offices. I make sure students understand that if employers see that their class attendance is poor, they will automatically assume, with good reason, that their work attendance will be poor as well. I encourage students to practice good work ethic in the classroom so they will have good work ethic during externship and on the job after graduation. Rhonda Daniels

Believe it or not, I had both at one time in my class. Together they bonded and tried to make it harder not only for me but the other students as well. I did the usual, verbal and written warnings, but that still did not help. After doing some "research" I learned that they had some major issues going on outside of class.I did everything in my power to help and make it clear how much I was not going to tolerate their actions. Needless to say, any interuptions and so forth I did have the support of the school. One did not pass and the other some how made it out. There is only so much you can do for these people but, the biggest support I got was my Supervisors and the school.

I have found short walks help me with stress, you may feel too tried,but feel much better afterwards.

I teach in a technical environment, and all of our intro classes have basic technical knowledge in them, and many of our students know it very well already. But some of our students have never seen this information before. I have been told that using the more advanced students for peer tutoring is helpfull, but i don't think that is something that my school is looking for us to do. This term will be the first intro class i have taught, having come from one of the more advanced diagnostic classes. Anyone have any sugestions on how to keep the more experienced students involved without taking anything away from the students that really need this basic information presented to them slowly and completely?

In an Applications Course, whether it be C++, JAVA, or any of the Microsoft Office Applications, it is important to enable the students to visualize learning concepts. At the Beginning of every lesson, I do a "step by step". I take one assignment of the three graded for that lesson, and do it on the wall WITH THE STUDENTS!! In my introduction, I explain, I have my own "Leave No Student Behind" Theory. As I go through, step by step, all students must not only follow along, but also mimic what I am doing on the PC. Any student falling behind raises their hand, and myself or their classmate(s) assist them in explaining the objective the student is not understanding. At the end of the Wall Assignment, students upload there files to me, which I can look for deficiencies and discuss with the student immediately. This builds TEAMWORK, and allows for Formative Assessments of not only my students' Progress but also my ability in presenting the information.