How do you acknowledge a student that is cheating during an exam without disrupting the class?

Stress also pertains to the level at which your work must be completed and your time management. I find it easy to correlate the two and by managing both one is able to maintain balance.

It has been a real time saver for me to reuse my presentations after each term. I have found it to freshen my ability to focus on the relationship I establish with my students.

It was really nice to see that this topic of immediacy. I feel that it describes me. I am always trying to get all things done as fast as possible because I don't want to leave anything undone. Knowing that I can relax a bit truly has given me freedom which will create a refreshing change for my student interactions.

Anyone have any ways to speed up grading graphic design projects? I have rubrics in place, grading based on thumbnails, concept, execution and craftsmanship. But... I feel like it takes a lifetime to grade 18 students? I deal with it and it doesn't deter me from teaching, but wow, it takes a lot of time. Any suggestions?

As I read through the topic on "new instructor", I saw myself in every case. Students can be very harsh, especially if they find out that the instructor is inexperienced in teaching. One student felt bad for me and tried to assist me on how to instruct the class. In fact, this made the situation worst because that student wanted to let everyone know that I was new instructor and should be given some slack. Eventually, I came out of my shell and obtain management of the class. It gave me self-respect and, in turn, the students respected me. -Alyce

There are several ways to minimize stress. Some of these are to eat properly and be fit by getting regular exercise. Eating right will make us feel less stress because our body will have the boost it needs. The stronger and more fit that we feel the less impact stress will have on us. One of the first steps to minimizing our stress is to understand the cause of our stress. There are several ways that can cope with stress. One way is to take charge of the situation. Remember to not stress about things or situations that we cannot change. To always think positive. To depend on your friends and family. To relax either through mediation and prayer.

Everyone experiences stress. The task of balancing one's personal and professional life, as well as an teaching in an accelerated academic curriculum is no easy undertaking. Remember that since stress affects us physically, enduring stress at work can carry over into our overall well-being at home, school, or elsewhere, etc. How do you handle stress?

I like the idea of streamlining grading. This takes up a significant part of our time. I prefer multiple choice questions that can be pregraded as assessment checks as the term progresses but prefer short answer at the end of the term.

We all only have 24 hours in a day, therefore, it is imperative that we use our time efficiently and effectively. We have to allocate our time for work, class, grading, family, etc. Whew I am tired!!!

Exercise & Sharing

One way to help reduce the cheating aspect is, we have multiple versions of the same test. I distribute a different version to every other student, and I do for warn them of this. You will get your occassional student that will test the waters so to speak by looking around to see if there are multiple versions, but I have found this cuts down on any attempts to do so greatly. For fear of copying and being wrong. Also if they brought notes or such for cheating they are not certain if they are the right notes or not now.

Why is maintaining a professional distance from students an important part of class management?

Why is maintaining a professional distance from students an important part of class management?

Why is maintaining a professional distance from students an important part of class management?

Why is maintaining a professional distance from students an important part of class management?

What are some ways to overcome pre-class nerves and anxiety?

What are some ways to overcome pre-class nerves and anxiety?

What are some ways to overcome pre-class nerves and anxiety?

Why is class management a critical part of educational planning?