Join us for an engaging webinar that examines how educators can strike the right balance between enforcing professionalism and allowing flexibility in student preparation. We’ll explore the real-world benefits of setting clear standards for behavior, attire, and communication—and the potential downsides if those expectations become too rigid. At the same time, we’ll look at how flexibility can foster critical thinking, independence, and personal accountability, as well as the risks of overemphasizing autonomy. Through practical examples and balanced strategies, you’ll learn how to integrate structure and freedom in a way that prepares students for the demands of the workplace while supporting their individual growth and professional identity.
Presenters: Elisabeth Caldwell, MBA-HM, RRT and Christa Mitchell MBA, RRT-ACCS
Approved for 1.00 CRCE Hours.
SEMINAR OBJECTIVES
> Weigh the Pros and Cons of Enforcing Professionalism
> Examine how autonomy fosters critical thinking, accountability, and self-regulation
> Apply Strategies to Blend Structure and Autonomy