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Monthly Archives: November 2010
Setting a bad example
What can I say to defend myself? I skipped my last two Instructional Delivery classes. I could make up all the excuses in the world: I was tired, I was overwhelmed, I had a headache, my dog ate my enthusiasm. … Continue reading
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Slaying the APA dragon with group work
Have you ever taught APA in your communications class? The APA stands for American Psychological Association, the organization that sets the standards and rules for essays and essay format at St. Lawrence College. It governs how we lay out every … Continue reading
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But!
I hope you’ll forgive me for harping on the subject of constructive criticism. We did some more study on this subject in my last Instructional Delivery class. As teachers, we’re not supposed to use the word “but” when we mark … Continue reading
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Deciphering the learning outcome lingo
We’re studying learning outcome development in my Instructional Delivery class and, boy oh boy, do I wish I had taken a class or two in deciphering this nearly alternative language before I started teaching three years ago. I’ll never forget … Continue reading
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Using humour to defuse tension
I hate conflict. Sure, healthy conflict gets us places. If we successfully resolve the conflict, all relationships are made stronger. But that doesn’t make it any easier to face. Conflict is always around the corner when you are a teacher: … Continue reading
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