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Dirk Hohnstraeter's avatar

Regarding number 4, in my experience, it is better to invite guests as discussion participants rather than as speakers. This is more lively, and both the professor and the students get a chance to speak.

I fully agree with #15, but I would like to add that in rare cases, such as when, for some reason, most students are absent, or it is the last session of the semester, or a very significant event has occurred in the world, students may seek a guiding conversation or want to get to know the professor's personal views better. If, in such cases, the conversations are conducted appropriately, I would consider that professional behavior.

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Malcolm Storey's avatar

If a student is having trouble with a concept, don't say "this is easy" cos that makes them feel stupid, or "yes, this is difficult" cos that's encouragement to give up. Say something like... what?

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