Dr. Melissa Read

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Paul, Yes, it's always good to take a step back every now and then and reevaluate what's working for us and what's not. Sometimes the most efficient system doesn't work after a bit of time because life changes. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Holly, Yes, it's absolutely how we manage through the stress that matters! Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Brandon, Excellent to hear. It sounds like you have identified a good opportunity for you to improve your time and stress management skills. Do go ahead and try prioritization and experience the benefits to you. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Arrington, Exercise is a wonderful way to increase productivity. I am curious to hear about the kinds of exercises that work best for you. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Aaron, This is true. Of course, if you can automate the process using technology, each student can get instant feedback. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Dr. Felicia, Excellent to hear you are validating some of your current techniques and perhaps modifying others as well. I hope the remainder of this course content helps you. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Walter, Understandably so. Sometimes taking a course like this helps you realize that you are already on track and that your methods do not need to be changed. If you've got a great system that's working for you, go with it. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Streamlining the Grading Process

Sherry, Exactly. This is a wonderful technique to help students focus on the most important portions of their answers. It's a great way to ensure that they've thought about their answers fully. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Coping with Stress

Linda, Sharing with others is a wonderful outlet. The key is to find great listeners and those who you can trust. Dr. Melissa Read

Dr. Melissa Read

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Task Prioritization

Aldgenette, I hear you! At the same time, I wonder if you struggle with a touch of an immediacy issue. If so, you might consider just asking yourself how important each task is before you complete it and whether or not it can be put off until a little later. Dr. Melissa Read