Lisa Bradley

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I do my best to speak with clarity and knowledge of my field. I strive constantly to motivate each student. I hope I always model a member of the dental field that my students can admire and emulate.

Lisa Bradley

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Building rapport

I found the verbal cues for building rapport very helpful. I make every effort not to embarrass or cause anyone to feel left out. In a lab setting this is usual not an issue since it is a smaller group of students, but in lecture, I appreciate the "script."

Lisa Bradley

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The Human Factor

I plan to make a greater effort to learn student names within the first couple days. This is definitely a weak area for me, and I know the value in this. People love hearing their name and I do know this.

Lisa Bradley

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Adult Learners

I find in our program, the adult learners (over 30) sometimes require more encouragement. They can lack confidence and I have to be careful that I am not "babysitting" as the course warns about. They do seem more motivated but look for validation from me about their progress.

Lisa Bradley

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Importance of Writing

I agree that writing is a skill that needs polished and nurtured throughout ones profession. I am challenged by the issue of plagiarizing on occasion and always find this disappointing and awkward to address. I appreciate the sequence of a writing assignment in regards to offering the student support.

Lisa Bradley

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Ready to Quit

I value the suggestions for interacting with a "ready to quit student." I try to encourage students across the board, but as I see students lack motivation or have complancency to do average or below average work, I hope to avoid dismissing the chance to reverse this.

Lisa Bradley

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Wait time

I am happy to receive instruction regarding wait times; including all learners, not only those I assume will know the answers. I try to be cautious not to embarrass any student when questioning. Sometimes, I will announce first that my upcoming question is a difficult one, and I won't find fault or be disappointed if it goes unanswered. I always strive to keep my learning environment a safe one.

Lisa Bradley

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Gestures

I think this can be adapted to dental clinical situations since so much of dentistry relies upon non verbal communicating.

Lisa Bradley

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Hygiene Hy-Jinx

Absolutely can not wait to use this!

Lisa Bradley

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Shower Cap

Planning to use the Shower Cap idea when discussing the Trigeminal Nerve in Dental Terminology.