An Instructor Notices That the Classroom Is Extremely Hot and Several

question 311

Multiple Choice

An instructor notices that the classroom is extremely hot and several participants report that they are having trouble concentrating on the material. Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the instructor to take?

• A) Contact facilities management to try to find a prompt interim solution.
• B) Stay on task and use humor to distract.
• C) Cancel class for the remainder of the day and start fresh the next morning.
• D) Tell the learners they have to endure the heat and the problem will be addressed later.

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