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Prioritizing!

Michael, Many people find that their mobile devises wind up enticing them to waste time. Jeffrey Schillinger

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The First Impression

Tomoko, One can be friendly, approachable, smiling and serios aboutthe topic and about student success. It is good to see that you are aware that being "serious" does not preclude one from displaying the other behaviors. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Time-Wasters

Brian, There is a reason one type of phone garnered the nickname "crackberry." If we are not careful, we can easily fall into the trap of sending too much time looking at our phone and becoming subject to the distractions it can present. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Prioritizing!

Sophia, Thanks for this post. i like to use paper and pencil lists. I usually write down something I have already completed just so I can check it off. :) Jeffrey Schillinger

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Are We In More Than One Business?

Tomoko, Some individuals may believe that teachers who bring their personal lives into the classroom seem more approachable than teachers who are strictly business. How might you respond to someone with this perspective? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Time-Wasters

Julie, It sounds like you have a solid understanding of what works for you. You were wise to not give up all 'chatting" with co-workers as that can sometimes one seem rude, unfriendly or disinterested. Not many folks have the self-discipline to ignore social media while at work. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Your Mentor

Tomoko, You were fortunate to have a teacher who took and interest in you and, more importantly, took action to support you. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learning Theories

Gregg, One of the best ways to plan a class meeting that will appeal to the greatest number of learning styles is to find ways for students to hear, discuss, reflect upon and practice the topic. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Gregg, What are some specific things you do to reach and motivate students who have lost their job? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Prioritizing!

Craig, Thank you for this post. It is interesting that you rank son ahead of husband and father. Jeffrey Schillinger