Rewarding students for achievements on tests, projects, speeches, and activities is very important. Consistent use of rewards helps build morale and motivation. Students like to see their accomplishments praised. Take a few moments to use strategies to provide rewards and you will be seeing students who are striving even harder…
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This article elaborates on the different strategies that instructors can use to motivate their online students. Strategies can vary based on whether the online students are of low to high ability, less than computer literate, or working adults. It suggests how to encourage and inspire the students to keep them…
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In today’s hectic, fast-paced life style, there may seem to be little time to volunteer as a mentor. However, becoming a mentor to a college student will prove to be beneficial for both the mentor and the mentee. There are three stages that are part of mentoring: teaching, coaching and…
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When you inspire a student, you are motivating her to set high goals for herself and accomplish those goals. Inspiration is based on influence. The more your students respect you, the more likely they are to listen to your encouragement. Follow these steps to inspire your students to dream big.…
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Students interrupting, fighting or acting up in class not only affects their educational experience, but also the atmosphere of the entire room and your ability to teach. Employ tactics to improve the behavior and ensure that each student is respectful and attentive throughout the day. Instructions Design a chart of…
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Throughout the course of a teaching career, most teachers encounter at least one disruptive student. Disruptive behavior can very quickly throw a class discussion completely off-track and it can also serve to encourage other disruptive students if not handled correctly. Many faculties of education such as those at Illinois State…
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For many college students, attending college will be the first time they’ve managed their own money. Not having a budget in place leaves some students eating Ramen noodles and scraping under coach cushions for loose change. Investing time to create a budget will safeguard you against overspending. It will also…
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The political party that you align with typically shares most of your economic and social beliefs and values. A political party needs the support of the people to have the power and influence necessary to initiate change. Learn the different ways you can support a political party. Instructions Affiliate yourself…
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The political party that you align with typically shares most of your economic and social beliefs and values. A political party needs the support of the people to have the power and influence necessary to initiate change. Learn the different ways you can support a political party. Instructions Affiliate yourself…
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Politicians seem to be everywhere these days. They are at work or in school–people who use connections, influence and guile to manipulate an outcome to their advantage. Spotting a politician is a useful skill to have because being forewarned is being forearmed. Instructions Take note if the person refuses to…
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