It's about the professor to try and retain the students. If he or she does all they can, than it's up to the student

I don't find it difficult to teach to adult students compared to younger students.. As a teacher you need to be prepared for both.

i alwayes tell them stories of my experiance

It's so easy to become discouraged as a student who just wants to began his/her career! If you encourage them to become experts at what they are doing then they will want to constantly be learning new ways to improve theirselves! If a student is struggling, it's important to comment on the progress that the student has made! A little bit goes a long way and can ultimately change a students entire learning experience.

Keeping focus on the students is most definitely the key into the success of students. It's so much easier for a student to excell if the teacher is only concerned about the student's success and if students aren't doing well in your class it's a good time to reconsider a different approach to the teach method to ensure prosperity of the student.

As a teacher, I have learned that there are many different types of students and what may be beneficial for one student may not be for another. Instead of looking at my students as a class I look at them as individuals who need and deserve one on one attention. When a student feels as if they are making a difference and are a part of something bigger they tend to stay until graduation. Also, if you are excited about what you are teaching the students will be excited to learn.

I thought that these forms of motivation were very informative because this is what we come in contact with from our students. I would like to know however, if anyone can share a situation where the extrinsic lead to instrinsic motivation?

Discussions of career experiences helps to motivate your students.

Encouragement and support enables a student to succeed.

Encouraging to syudents to work together or on the "buddy system" when possible seems to be an effective strategy for retention.

I feel the instructor should have a wide range of diversity to be equipped to deal with and manage students needs.

how do we motivate a student that has poor self esteem?

How far should we go to keep our students focused?

How do we engourage our students when they fail a test and feel like they can't succeed?

what impact do we really have on our students character.

In my experience, I would agree that a smaller class size benefits the students immensely. I have an excellent combination of younger and older students, and they are able to work together to the great benefit of each other. I have noticed that the younger students normally pair with an older student, and I have even sent them to complete homework and extra credit assignments together, if at all possible. It seems as if the older students somewhat mentor the younger students that are in my class, and are able to offer them life experiences beyond the textbook material.

Discussing objectives clearly defines making good use of classroom time. Students know what to expect.

I sometimes bring in candy and throw it at a student to motivate them. Although this can be used for most children, you will be suprised on just how much adults enjoy it.

This module was very applicable to how I conduct my classes. I have been an instructor for 3 quarters now, and I have made a point to greet each student daily and take a few minutes at the beginning of class to hear what has been going on since our last class session in their lives. We have a very one-on-one relationship, and I have seen that this contributes to their feedback and willingness to participate in my class. Most of these students started with me during their first quarter and would not volunteer information unless I specifically called on them. Through personalization and encouragement, each student now participates frequently in class without my having to call on any one specific student. Terrific module!

Keeping the students in an active learning environment in small groups assists the instructor with becoming involved. This also challenges learners.