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Community in the Classroom

Faculty Focus

Group Trivia: I end our first-class session with some trivia questions for students to answer in small groups of 4-to-5 students. Students will respond to different types of interactions and activities, such as: Guest speakers: Outside speakers can really resonate with students and motivate them on their own journeys.

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The Unexpected Benefits of Play

Faculty Focus

We may not have a storefront window to attract attention, but we do have something that students see before the start of the semester that can grab their attention, set the tone, and get them excited about entering the class…your syllabus! Exhibit 2: Thompson’s Barbie themed class syllabus (Spring 2024). Let Them Play!

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The Unexpected Benefits of Play

Faculty Focus

We may not have a storefront window to attract attention, but we do have something that students see before the start of the semester that can grab their attention, set the tone, and get them excited about entering the class…your syllabus! Exhibit 2: Thompson’s Barbie themed class syllabus (Spring 2024). Let Them Play!

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Community in the Classroom

Faculty Focus

Group Trivia: I end our first-class session with some trivia questions for students to answer in small groups of 4-to-5 students. Students will respond to different types of interactions and activities, such as: Guest speakers: Outside speakers can really resonate with students and motivate them on their own journeys.

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New Student Engagement Data Reveals Surprises

EAB

We do it through data, we do it through focus group work, we do it through storytelling through our publications, and we do it through resources and tools and through our presentation, keynotes, workshops, and institutes. Mentioned was focus group work. So we give voice to the data through our focus group work.

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The Importance of a Good Bedside Manner for Doctors Teachers, Part 1

Faculty Focus

Attach your class syllabus (if ready) Encourage students to reach out to you if they have any questions and identify the best method for them to do this—email, phone, Learning Management System, etc. The syllabus is great way to show your positive and encouraging bedside manner to the class.

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The Importance of a Good Bedside Manner for Doctors Teachers, Part 1

Faculty Focus

Attach your class syllabus (if ready) Encourage students to reach out to you if they have any questions and identify the best method for them to do this—email, phone, Learning Management System, etc. The syllabus is great way to show your positive and encouraging bedside manner to the class.