I teach motion graphics and visual effects, the one thing I noticed is showing students my industry work always seems to get them excited about the class, and focused on what they are about to learn. I guess it helps with conveying to the class that I'm not some hack. In the past, I didn't do that. I thought students might be intimidated by it- comparing themselves to someone who has worked out in the field- but if I didn't, some students would constantly question the industry proven methods and techniques they were required to learn.
