Keep Students Informed on Academic Progress
I think it is important to keep students informed on a weekly basis about their academic progress. I grade exams and usually return in the next class period. I offer suggestions and constructive criticism on written assignments. I make a deliberate effort to speak with students who are doing poorly early in the course and offer assistance and academic advice. Are there other things I can be doing to make sure students understand their academic progress.
Hi Bret,
What you've described sounds great! If you're asking, I would add that giving advice in a static way does not hold the student accountable. Ways to achieve this are by giving precise deadlines, specific outcomes, and expectations on the assignments. In this way, the student not only hears the advice but is "commanded" to take action. Advice without action can result in mediocre results. I have found students like to be given directions and do not mind when teachers push them to excel.
Barry Westling
