Dr. Melissa Read

Discussion Comment

Annabel, I like this multi-part plan and it looks like it will work well for your students and their learning needs. Ii like the way you've decided to incorporate just a portion of multiple choice questions (30%). Some instructors don't have the luxury of completely moving away from essay formats. We streamline what we can. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Gregory, I agree! Online grading is great. I like the way you are also leveraging materials from your text book publishers. They have been digitally innovative over the last several years and may very well have tools available for you to use at no additional cost. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

Debbie, Stopping for a moment, and taking a step back, sounds like a great technique for you. A lot of instructors find that they are far more effective when they use this method. Often, this allows us to "respond" instead of "react." Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Carrie, It sounds like you have landed in the right profession! Teaching can be very rewarding. Instructors who can use it to reduce the stress they experience have a major advantage. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Rajini, When students correct exams for other students, it's often a great learning experience. The important information tends to sink in a little deeper. They also tend to layer in additional detail on top of what they already know. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Rosemary, It sounds like you have a good handle on how you manage time and stress. Being honest with yourself is a great first step in the right direction. This approach us in the position to identify what needs to change and, ultimately to make that happen. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Terry, It's really hard for me to understand how people can rest without completing their tasks either! When I don't complete tasks, it definitely keeps me up at night. At the same time, I should note that some instructors prioritize other things, which causes delays to driving toward their goals and responsibilities. We can learn a little from them about balance. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Kimberly, That's wonderful to hear. When an institution invests in technology that streamlines grading, everybody wins. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Patrick, Technology can be both constructive and destructive. Think of fire as a technology. It can be used to keep us warm and safe from predators. It can also be used to burn down cities. Instructors who find a way to harness the positive power of technology are the ones who benefit most. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Annabel, So glad to hear this module was helpful. Yes, we've got to prioritize our most important tasks and work them in their order of priority. Not everything can happen at once. When we try to accomplish things too quickly, it can take a toll on our product output. Dr. Melissa Read