Preparing for the real world
While often times we find ourselves sympathizing and being apathetic with the students for the many reasons as to why they were late, didn't attend class, aren't in dress code etc., we are infact setting them up to fail in the "real world!" We all know that if we continue to provide excuse after excuse as to why we aren't doing what we are supposed to in regards to our place of employment we would be terminated. However, I do understand that "things" happen but we need to start laying down consequences and get these men and woman prepared for "real life!"
I actually include this in my Syllabus as part of my classroom expectations. I teach medical billing/coding which is a very competitive field. So, I encourage my students to "set themselves apart". This is achieved not just by knowing how to choose codes out of a book, but by showing up to class, being prompt, respectful interactions among peers, academic integrity, doing what is right. We all have "life", and we can either use it as a crutch or a launching pad to be successful.
The college that I teach at, we have a externship which helps our students work in their choosen field in which they are training for.
Grace Haines
Director of Healthcare Education
