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Gene , I liked the video. (I'm a Detroiter and he had a Tigers' cap on his head.) Sending this type of video can only help. The one caution is that you need to make sure what you send is appropriate for your audience and in line with your institution's values. Jeffrey Schillinger

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The First Impression

Tracy, This is a good approach to use throughout the term. T^ake a few minutes to let the students focus on themselves. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Developing a High EQ

Kelly, Your classes sound like the type of learning environment I would want my own children to be part of. Thanks! Jeffrey Schillinger

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Attention Equals Retention

Tracy, These are tried and true strategies that, if delivered with an intelligent heart, help students succeed. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Are We In More Than One Business?

Teresa, We are not conselors, but we can be effective advisors and ole models. It is a falacy to think students can leave problems at the door and just focus on learning. We have to be concerned and empathetic, without lowering standards. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Your Mentor

Teresa, Thanks for this post. This may be the first time someone listed a high school friend as a mentor. Are you two still close? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Attention Equals Retention

Daniel, Thank you for sharing this well-written post. You are definitely paying attention. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Attention Equals Retention

Thank you for this post, Daniel. What are the most effective strategies you use to "touch base" with students in each class? Jeffrey Schillinger

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HABE's of Successful Students

Carol, How do you help those students who may not have a positive attitude to develop a positive attitude? Jeffrey Schillinger

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The Intelligent Heart

Patricia, Getting each student each day is a very powerful rapport building tool. So is saying good bye each day. Jeffrey Schillinger