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Wendy, I agree. In addition, I believe that lecturing continuously, without diversion, negatively impacts the student's ability to retain information. They have to be challenged with activities and in-class assignments, that will enable them to apply learned information. Tremayne Simpson

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Student Learning Styles

Qadar, Out of curiousity...since the courses begin every 16 days, how often do they meet on a weekly basis? Tremayne Simpson

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Identifying Student Knowledge

Mary, Beginning with the group discussion, is a great way to "break the ice" in the classroom. Once the students have established a level of comfort, they can focus on learning about the direction of the course and expectations. Tremayne Simpson

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Identifying Student Knowledge

Gail, Since you begin the course with a quiz, do you provide your students with any "disclaimers", to appease any potential, test anxiety? Tremayne Simpson

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Time Management

Richard, I agree with the importance of allowing students to ask questions at the end of class. If students leave the class session confused about a particular topic, it will be difficult for them to complete the accompanying assignment. Tremayne Simpson

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Time Management

Richard, I agree with the importance of allowing students to ask questions at the end of class. If students leave the class session confused about a particular topic, it will be difficult for them to complete the accompanying assignment. Tremayne Simpson

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Documenting Your Lesson Plans

Kimberly, I agree. In addition, documented lesson plans be effective, when you are scheduled to teach a class that you have not taught in a long time. Reviewing and updating lesson plans, is a lot easier than creating an entirely new set. Tremayne Simpson

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Student Input

Lindsey, I like the idea of asking the students about their opinion of the class, immediately after the session has concluded. This gives them an opportunity to express their feelings immediately and provides the instructor with time to make appropriate adjustments, if necessary. Tremayne Simpson

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Time Management

Brandi, Embedding discussion questions, within your PowerPoint slide is an effective method for student engagement. Instead of them simply taking notes on the text that is provided, they can take time to reflect and apply the learned material, with their answer to the given question. PowerPoint presentations should not limit active, classroom discussion. Tremayne Simpson

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Student Learning Styles

Howard, Providing them with the opportunity to discuss their previous experiences, can serve as indirect motivation for the other students in the class. Tremayne Simpson