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Time-Wasters

Monique, What are some examples of the "busy work" that gets in your way? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Cathy, What did you look for as a 47 year old student that may not have been as important had you started college when you were 19 or so? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Medhin, I do not see a lot of "satisfy the expectations of an authority figure" in the research. Please provide some context here. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Maggie, There are as many motivations as their are students. The trick is to find ways to keep the motivation students have when they start all the way to their graduation. What are the best things your insitution does to reach this goal? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Susan, I have taught 6th grade through college, including adult learners. I tend to think of adult learners as a bit older than 17. Those in their 20s, especially those who have had to grow up quickly due to life circumstances, tend to be more serious than typical 17-19 year olds. There will certainly be exceptions. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Developing a High EQ

Toni, Stretching students without overwhealming them is a key to success. Jeffrey Schillinger

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The Intelligent Heart

Brenda, The team effort is the best way to address and issue in a school. Jeffrey Schillinger

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The First Impression

Philippe, We get a new chance to make a "first impression" each time we start class. What do you do to make the first few minutes of class memorable? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Quality Instruction

Charlotte, You have hit on one of the most important things to know about adult learners. They have to see how something matters to them. Jeffrey Schillinger

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The First Impression

Brenda, Thanks for illustrating a teacher can have high standards without being mean. Some folks think than "nice" and "demanding" are mutually exclusive. Jeffrey Schillinger