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Prioritizing!

Mark, Are there things on the list that someone else can do? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Developing a High EQ

Mary, If students see you as a "similar other" who has been where they are and knows what they are going through, you will be on your way to establishing rapport that should lead to increases motivation. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Your Mentor

Mary, Thanks for sharing this post. What are some of the things you do to position yourself as a mentor for your students? Jeffrey Schillinger

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Prioritizing!

Marilyn, I sometimes block a period of time that I will use for catching up. It takes some pressure off. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Kathi, Good points. Adult learners do better when they see the application possibilities. Many of them have experience that can help their peers. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

Scott, Sometimes we make the mistake of thinking we know why our students are here without really asking. It appears you are asking. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Time-Wasters

Scott, Being prepared is one of the must important behaviors teachers can model for their students. Unprepared teachers make students feel like they are an afterthought. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Attention Equals Retention

Nelson , How do you define "at risk?" Jeffrey Schillinger

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Time-Wasters

Ellen, Thanks for sharing this post. The "clutter is just decisions that are being put off" is right on point. Jeffrey Schillinger

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Adult Learner Motivation

What are some of the motivating factors for adults to return to school?