Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

Last minute stressors are tough Jamel. I recommend some contingency planning, especially if it's happening a lot.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

It's great to hear that you know what works best for you Kyle. If it's working, definitely go with it.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Yes, children bring both stress and joy into our lives Josey. Using a rewards system for good behavior is a great way to elicit the responses you are looking for.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

Thanks for sharing Marivic. I think it's important to reevaluate your priorities, and to re prioritize, every now and then. What was once in focus and important may fall to the wayside as other priorities emerge.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Grading and prepping for back to back courses can be tough - especially when classrooms are located far apart from one another. When we find ourselves teaching in these situations, we've got to set expectations with our students and administrations to give ourselves some wiggle room.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

You bring up a great point Charles. Grading in batches can significantly speed the grading process. There's too much stop and go otherwise.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Yes, task prioritization based on consequences or outcomes is really the way to go Nathan. Really helps when you work backwards and focus on the goal you're driving toward.

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Task Prioritization

I like your approach of putting the task down and coming back later Candice. This method is really powerful. Stepping away allows us to take a moment to breath and reorient toward the problem. Often times, we return with better energy and better ideas.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Causes of Stress

That's tough Kelly. It's hard when you feel like you're working alone but you are supposed to be counting on a larger team.

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Fire drills happen to instructors every day John. So it's true, sometimes we can't get to important tasks even if they are a priority. I like to plan for the fires by adding a buffer in my schedule to account for them.