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Are We In More Than One Business?

Maria, What do you mean by "intellectual thinker?" Jeffrey Schillinger

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Are We In More Than One Business?

Catasha, I like to think a good sign that students are comfortable with a teacher is when they seek out the teacher for non-subject-based advise. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Are We In More Than One Business?

Eboni, We need to be advisors and refer students who need counselors to professionals in that area. Our college contracts with a professional service provider for our students. Jeffrey Schillinger

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The Intelligent Heart

Eboni, There is no true definition of the term "intelligent heart," though it is obvious when one sees a teacher or staffer who has one. I like to think of the intelligent heart as the ability to be empathetic and inspiring at the same time. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Your Mentor

Gwendolyn, Thank you for this post. The "Pygmalion effect, where a teacher's believe impacts a student's behavior, is very powerful. Truly believing in students will translate into behaviors that help them develop belief in themselves. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Your Mentor

Eboni, What are some specific ways your mentor showed you support? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Attention Equals Retention

Seth, Great example of how retention comes from attention. Thanks for sharing this. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Sharline, Is this common for your students or are there other, more common reasons? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Cynthia, Great point. Listening before reacting is really important. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Your Mentor

Thank you for this post, Wayne. What are one or two specific things your Chair did to lead you toward considering your Chair as a mentor? Jeffrey Schillinger