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Arthur, Excellent point. For instructors that have a heavy teaching load, it is very important to have documented lesson plans, even if they are used to simply "keep pace" with the class sessions. Tremayne Simpson

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Identifying Student Knowledge

nick, I am happy that you were able to implement some of the suggested assessments, that were provided in this training courses. As an instructor it is important to have a diverse set of assessment tools. Since students have multiple learning styles, it is important to use various assessments in order to measure their understanding of the course learning objectives. Tremayne Simpson

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Understanding Learning Objectives

Judith, I agree. In addition, specific and clear learning objectives can enable the student to understand the alignment of the course, with their overall program objectives. With this information, they can understand how their program is preparing them for their desired career. Tremayne Simpson

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Adding Instructional Resources

Andrew, This is an innovative method for quizzing your students, however do you have difficulty with proctoring these quizzes (students may try to use the internet to check for answers)? Tremayne Simpson

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Adding Instructional Resources

Wendy, Your post reminds us that "being an instructor, means being a learner". Tremayne Simpson

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Adding Instructional Resources

Mary, In addition, using the instructor resources that are provided by textbook publishers, can be a great asset for student engagement. Generally, these resources are "free" and relate directly with the course supplemental materials. Tremayne Simpson

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Implementing Learning Taxonomy

Dena, Are instructor lesson plans critiqued by a committee or just a department supervisor? Tremayne Simpson

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Student Learning Styles

Harmony, This sounds like an excellent activity for your students. While you are conducting the "one-on-ones", do you assign an activity to the other students that are waiting for their turn to interview? Tremayne Simpson

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Using Standards as Guidelines

Diana, I agree. That is why it is important that instructors take advantage of professional development opportunities, that can be used to keep them current in their fields. Tremayne Simpson

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Time Management

Judith, It is important that all new instructors have a "mentor" to assist them, early on in their experience. Mentors can also provide non-biased suggestions, that can assist the instructor with improving their instructional methods. Tremayne Simpson