I present course themes in the first lecture and reinforce them throughout the course. The themes are the take-home messages. My goal is that after 5 years every student should be able to recall the course themes. Effective and meaningful themes are likely to be remembered but specific details presented in class may not be. Effe ctive themes bridge specific course topics with experiences in every day life.
Students learn by being active rather than being passive.
Students should be encouraged, based on the size and nature of the course, to participate in small projects or make brief presentations in class. The instructor's commitment to working with students on an individual or small group basis is critical to the success of the students' learning experience. Faculty should not limit instructional activities to classroom lectures. Encouraging students to visit with faculty out of class enhances learning and shows genuine interest in the students. B. Agenda for Continued Teaching Development and Innovation 1.