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Their time outside of class is
limited
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Their first priority may not be
your course
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Day care may be an issue
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Knowing why they need to learn
what you are teaching is their number one priority
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They have much to contribute,
especially in terms of real world applications
o
They want their expertise to be
recognized
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They may need reassurance that
they can compete in your course
o
Example, if they have been away
from formal schooling for some time
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You may need to be more flexible
in due dates and timelines
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You will need to be more
flexible in your availability to them outside of class
o
With home phone calls or e-mail
accessibility
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They need your recognition
o
For you to know their names
quickly and appreciate their life experiences
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They want to have input into the
content and process of the course
o
Example, what do they need to
know? What do they already know?
