The Excitement Factor: Drive Engagement by Creating Student Excitement Jana Koch, Student Retention Coordinator

will beat a path to your door.” “Build a better MOUSETRAP and the WORLD will beat a path to your door.” –Ralph Waldo Emerson

Exciting Cast of Characters… Michelle Johnson, Speech Professor Jamie Hill, Chair Engineering, Computer and Apprenticeship Toni Smith, English Professor Jacqueline Chalmers, Math Faculty David Miller,

“You never get a second chance to make a good first impression “You never get a second chance to make a good first impression.” –Will Rogers

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Creating a Welcoming Atmosphere Visit the classroom before the first day Arrive Early Project a Power Point Share some information that will personalize you

Setting a Positive Tone State Learning Outcomes Set-Up Clear Communication Strategies

Encouraging Active Learning Interactive Discussion or Activity- Starting Day One Let Students See You Enthusiasm

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CELEBRATE THE SMALL VICTORIES!!!