Hi, all. I've discovered that being retrospective in both the classroom environment and the work environment are extremely beneficial. I must admit that some times it is difficult to realize problem areas that you have. This is the toughest area in my opinion. Being open minded enough to understand issues is a challenge. Primarily, because it is difficult to realize that the problem area is yours as a teacher and not that of the students (or boss). I have been assesing feedback from my students daily. I do have a small class; but, they are all eager. They also have individual methods of learning - that can be a challenge. Also, I find it difficult to determine if an issue is truly mine, or if it is an excuse for poor performance. I recently had a guy drop out. The reason doesn't really matter for this discussion; however, I took it very personally. E.g., how did I let him down. Did I let him down? Or, did he simply have other obligations. He spoke with the Registrar, etc., and I still don't really have a good idea what the issue was. I would like to know. Based on the Registrars feedback, it wasn't my methodology; but, I can help but wonder how I could have improved and kept him more involved. Thoughts? jay