syllabus content
If an instructor is truly self actualized in terms of teaching style, there is no need for him/her to feel like he/she is forced into becoming a machine, as I have heard newer instructors complain. It is the basis for more, much as it is described herein.
I agree with this post as an instructor I feel by bringing the human side into the classroom, it help the student to see the instrucor not only as a "real person" but maybe someone they want want to emulate
Philip,
Right you are. How do you hold your students accountable for having received the syllabus and reviewed the content of it? Thanks for your input on this.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
A SYLLABUS SHOULD BE GIVEN TO EACH NEW STUDENT AS A COMPLETE COURSE OUTLINE OF THE COURSE, THE SUBJECTS, HOME WORK AND CLASS TIME AND LABORATORY TIME OUTLINED SO IT IS UNDERSTOOD.
Kathy,
Students really like to hear stories from their field as you know. These stories help to make the content real for them. I support the way you introduce the syllabus to your students and get their signature. You are right about having that one student that claims he or she did not get the material or understand what was said so a deadline was missed or an exam not studied for. With their signature recorded that excuse is gone and the consequences rest with the student.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
When you can use your experience as a professional in your field, which I do on a daily basis, I find that it is very motivating for the students as they can actually get a real feel for their chosen profession and stay up-to-date on the latest laws and technologies governing their career field.
Pertaining to the syllabus content, the more information you can put into your syllabus, the better understanding you will have with your students. There will always be that one student who doesn't do what is expected of them and then try to point the blame by saying he or she wasn't aware, but if you have your syllabus to point to, with their signature, it can alleviate disagreements or confusion down the road.
Nikolas,
Each instructor needs to bring his or her human side to the classroom. The human factor is a major part of how students develop into professionals in their field as a result of the modeling done by the instructor.
Gary
Gary Meers, Ed.D.
