…appear on the syllabus? Have students looked for them there? Is the instructor not discussing the rationales, maybe incorrectly assuming they’re obvious? Are students asking question about them? Do students…
…at a point in the course when there is still time to improve? Option: List the criteria being used to assess participation in the syllabus and then rate each student…
…to and passion for teaching. This is not the kind of refresh that comes from revising a syllabus, choosing a new textbook, or working out the details of a group…
…for class to begin) Establishes Daily and Academic Term Goals (Prepares/follows a syllabus and has goals for each class) * Flexible/Open-Minded (Changes calendar of course events when necessary, will meet…
…to send you or share with the class a couple of their own introductory pictures. In addition to or as a supplement to the syllabus, share a short (no more…
…to help promote consistency across our online courses, we created optional templates. Faculty may choose to use an online course syllabus template with approximately 25 sections that include instructor information,…
…Writing a strong syllabus—and sticking to it Improving student ratings High- versus low-stakes grades Finding the right pacing The reality behind teaching “myths” How to start and end each class…
…are faculty who involve students in syllabus construction. They let students propose policies. They give students the opportunity to suggest additional course goals. Students are given some assignment choices or…
…the course and in the syllabus, and provide reminders as needed. “Grades are not curved in this class.” “Students with borderline grades are not bumped up.” “Exams are taken the…
…this with a policy or statement in the syllabus. Influencing students involves more than classroom management. Our students are interning, working, volunteering, socializing, playing, and competing. The teacher’s job now…
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