"From Where I Sit" Video Series

Gloria B's Story

Gloria B returns to college after becoming permanently injured during her corporate career. She shares her knowledge of what it takes to succeed as a student who was never expected to be successful in school.

• "Gloria B's Story" Video (.mov)
• Transcript of "Gloria B's Story" Video »
• Faculty Responses (.mov)
• Transcript of Faculty Responses »

Student Suggestions

1. Be open to communication with students.
2. Provide more than one way to demonstrate knowledge of the subject.
3. Use the textbook if students are required to purchase it.
4. Explain the goals and objectives when classes begin.
5. Put lecture notes online.
6. Use PowerPoint presentations as a review to support your lecture.
7. Be open to communication with students about their learning style.
8. Ask before erasing the board to ensure that students have gotten the information.