Barry Westling

Barry Westling

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Jamie, Plus, communication and rapport with students can be created, along with trust and respect. Barry Westling
Jerrod, Enthusiasm, passion, and a high energy force put into our classes creates an "upward flow" that's difficult not to be caught up in. Naturally, student attention, focus, and retention of information will be greater as well. Barry Westling
Jerrod, Great summary. I'm sure no one wants their efforts not to be fruitful. But even with schools or classes where the curriculum is very prescriptive, giving individual attention, customizing, and relating to each students needs can be accomplished. Barry Westling

Shana, As parents, we take control over the kids, act responsibly, and watch out for their safety. Very few get formal training in parenting. And although mistakes are made along the way, most learn from their errors, and a sincere effort to be the best they can usually exists. Instructors often follow a similar pattern, but I think newer instructors tend to shy away from the take control part of their job, restrained by the (false) limitation that giving directions and correction to adults will be harmful in some way. The fact is students want and need direction and clear… >>>

Syed, Great example and suggestion. It's a version "practice what you preach". Looking at a course through the eyes of a student can be helpful in planning realistic lessons for students. Barry Westling
Jonathon, I agree, and add that soft skills are often as important as the technical skills. Especially true with regards to employer expectations. Barry Westling
Jonathon, Another variation is "giving a test before the test". The first one is really like a study guide. The second one is the one used to derive a grade. Barry Westling
Corean, Also, I make it a point to convey when, where, and how grades will be distributed, and I share that on the first day, backed up with the details in the course syllabus. Barry Westling
Jonathon, Communication is so important. I use my one on one time to share grades to also offer my support and encouragement. Barry Westling
Cynthia, Great. I believe any information we can discern about our students is helpful. Barry Westling

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