Helping students with time management
I like to print off calenders for my students at the beginning of the term. I then go thru with them when everything is due.
I like that idea. I usually hand out calenders but have not gone through them with the students. I will try that next term.
That is a wonderful tool. I also encourage my students to start a daily planner and for those who don't know wha that is, I teach them what it is and how to use it.
I utilize an online calendar with lecture notes, due dates, etc to keep students organized. It also allows me to manage tasks since it serves as my "to do" list as I prepare for each day.
Catherine,
I follow the same format you do in regards to stressing the importance of maintaining a calendar and writing down assignments and due dates. I have found that a majority of my students have a similar routine; however,there are a few that are unclear as to how to stay organized. I feel that at the beginning of each new week, we go through our calendars together as a class to make sure there are no changes in dates or assignments. I have noticed by doing this, the students develop a sense of security which in turn creates increased productivity.
Robert Inman
Adjunct Instructor
I discuss the main course due dates the first day of class. I show the students my agenda and discuss the importance on writing the due dates on a calendar or in their phones so that they can plan when they will study and work on projects. I tell them to break it into pockets of time. I want them to get used to having everything complete before the deadline. I ask to see their projects and give them encouraging hints throughout the process.I use a to-do list everyday.Otherwise, it would be hard to remember what I need to accomplish.I have one list and divide it up by class.
When a student gets overwhelmed, I ask the other students to share how they handled the situation -- some show how they break the assignment into pieces, while others talk about prioritizing. It is extra cool when these tips come from their peers rather than just faculty.
I love this idea and will add it the handouts when we review the syllabus!
David, It's nice to be able to provide incremental feedback where we can. This can be time consuming though. Sometimes we have to balance the depth of assessment with the time it takes to assess.
Dr. Melissa Read
As each student submits the parts of their project: Topic paragraph, Outline, Rough Draft... they receive written suggestions about how they can improve with the next phase. I will look for more explanation for "targeted effort" in the rest of this course. Thanks for replying.
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David, I mostly agree with this. However, sometimes students believe that time is all they need to invest to be successful. I find that it takes more than time, but targeted effort, to reach success. This is often something I need to teach them.
Dr. Melissa Read
A project is half of the course grade. Each step of the project instructions: topic choice, outline, rough draft and final presentation includes the due date and percentage of completion. Time well spent early in the quarter should result in a superior presentation in the later weeks.
By righting it on the white board and giving them a program so they can follow along it keeps them on course and helps them with time management.
That is a great idea, it helps student to fallow their goals,have a clear mind throughout the course of the program, and to finish the program
successfuly.
Jennifer, That sounds like an organized approach for both you and the students. This likely not only keeps them on task but also reminds you of what needs to happen and when.
Dr. Melissa Read
At the beginning of a term or semester, I provide students with a sample or suggested timetable. This schedule has a space at intervals where students can write their goals/objectives. This way it keeps them on track where they are in the course or program. It reminds them that they got goals and objectives to meet so that they don't procrastinate and/or lose track of their progress. It helps them monitor themselves of their progress.
I also do this with my students, I find that it keeps them on track as well as assisting them in knowing when assignments, tests, and projects are due.
