“Starting strong from day 1”

Thinking about that first day in the classroom can be nerve-wracking. How do you win them over, get their attention, and make them want to participate? You may know your subject matter well, but do you know how to make it attractive to a student audience?

There are strategies to get them on your side so they want to follow you toward enlightenment. But those strategies aren't usually shared with you when you're an adjunct or a new professor. It's usually sink or swim.

Episode nine has some floaties for you; tools of engagement, tools to keep them interested, and tools to make them want to have conversations and think critically about the professions, lessons, and skills you want to share.