The faculty member's role becomes less of a communicator of information and more that of a mentor who guides students in the pursuit of learning. These outstanding faculty understand that students must develop independent thinking in order to make the most productive use of their talents and abilities. Excellent faculty encourage students to be analytical listeners. To develop their students' intellectual curiosity, they provide opportunities for students to analyze carefully what they hear. As students listen more carefully and more critically, they will be able to engage in more mature conceptual thinking.
Excellent faculty provide cooperative learning opportunities for students.
In recognition of current research on learning, faculty plan learning strategies that promote collaborative study among students. As students understand that learning is properly a collaborative rather than a competitive activity, the entire educational process will be enhanced. Excellent faculty provide constructive feedback to students promptly. They understand that timely feedback which promotes positive action is most useful to students. Excellent faculty give consideration to feedback from students and others.