How do I create an intimate climate in large classes?

• Talk, don't lecture. Talk to one person at a time about your subject.
  
  
• Every day, write your office hours on the board. Emphasize that you are available to chat with students at those times. Be available at those times.
  
  
• Talk slowly and tell stories. Personalize the course content as much as possible. ("This reminds of a time when I was working for a firm that was designing a parking structure. . . ".)
  
  
• Learn students' names and faces. Use them.
  
  
• When you cover an important concept, do not ask "Any questions?" Instead, say "O.K., someone up in the last two rows, ask me a question about this concept." This tells your class you want questions, and you will get them one way or another.