Entries by Harris Salat

zyBooks Guide to Building Workforce-Ready Networking Professionals: From Theory to Day-One Competency

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As IT programs face increasing pressure to produce workforce-ready graduates, the gap between classroom learning and professional practice has become a critical challenge. Employers consistently report that new IT hires possess theoretical knowledge but struggle to apply networking concepts in real enterprise environments. Students need integrated learning experiences that develop both the practical skills required […]

First day: Start strong, avoid “Syllabus day”

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On the first day, I start strong: I warmly welcome students, share my passion for the subject, and excitedly jump into the material. If it’s intro to programming, I open a coding window and start coding. I include media, interactions, group activities, and humor (well, my attempt), so the first day looks like future lectures. I do go over the syllabus […]