misty sawyer

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I am glad it is a requirement that students conduct entrance counseling regarding their loans. It can be very easy for students to misunderstand exactly what is expected of them as far as repayment goes. I remember when I did entrance counseling I went online and basically was supposed ot read through very lengthy information that at times was difficult to understand and then sign. I think it would be helpful for a financial aid advisor to be able to explain that paperwork.

misty sawyer

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It can be easy to mislead

In my experience thus far, it can be very easy to mislead students. Even though all of these laws have been put into place to protect students schools can still present material in such a way that the students do not fully understand the implications of what is being said. Students could sign a piece of paper that says "we in no way gaurantee that you will be able to sit for a certification exam" yet not really understand what that means and how that will affect their careers. I guess what I am saying is that just because the… >>>

misty sawyer

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Do Not Call Registry

I was very interested to here the laws about the do not call list. I am pretty sure I have had some companies violate that law in their dealings with me. It is also an important thing to understand when considering contacting a student that used to attend but no longer does. As instructors we do form some bonds with students and may want to call to check and see how things are going and if they planned on coming back, but if we are not careful we could be violating the law. I guess the appropriate thing to do… >>>

misty sawyer

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Charades and draw a term

I have always stayed away from charades because it seems like so many of the students are not willing to participate. I feel like it would be the same with draw a term. I believe the statistic given in the module was 1 in 4 or 5 have artistic ability. That is not a very large number of students and how fair is it to make those few stand in front of the room and perform like that. Not to mention the fact that of those few how many actually feel comfortable being put on the spot. I love all… >>>

misty sawyer

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Word Search

I always thought that word search activities did not really teach anything, but I guess in Medical Terminology it does help because of the repitition of seeing and spelling the words. Do you think word searches have application in other classes?

misty sawyer

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Usefull games for any subject

I am really excited to try some of these games. I plan to try all of these games. They are simple and there isn't a lot of fuss to them. I actually think my students will like the games. There may be a few that will moan about it but for the most part I think they will be greatful to be learning the material a new way. Has anyone who has tried these games come across any major roadblocks or downfalls?

misty sawyer

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Studying more than one way

I have noticed with adult learners that their study habits are poor, so I have actually taken time to talk with them about some of the things that were listed in this lesson. For example, instead of just reading the material have someone quiz you and make sure that you study the material in different a different order every time because the brain will make new and different connections with every different way you study. With all that being said, I haven't managed yet to incorporate that same theory into my classroom. After reading some of the responses so far… >>>