Congratulations on the new course. It's a bit lonely at the front of the room, but you know your topic, otherwise you would not be up front.<br /><br />I've taught for 8 years and I've learned to let the students talk more than me. Standing aside while still monitoring the discussion is proving to be most benefical to them, and&nbsp;the whole course is about them and for them.<br /><br />I'll base my edits on the syllabi I've seen. I'm sure you'll do fine as you're going to be well prepared.