The Method to my Madness: Lesson Planning

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Positive Learning Environment (Component Three)

I am interested in this topic because I strive to create a learning environment that encourages risks and mistakes. I already do this is by owning my mistakes, showing students that everyone is human and makes grammatical errors sometimes. One of the areas I want to work on is creating a positive learning environment for my adult learners, who are often vastly outnumbered by “traditional” college-age students. This site from the LBS Practitioner Training provides some suggestions for creating an engaging classroom environment for adult learners. Being more conscious of the difference between adult learners and college age students will improve my ability to better address the needs of all of my students.

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