I will give the students a syllabus, and then read it out loud to them, and ask if there is anyone who did not understand. Then we discuss it in more detail if necessary, and they sign a sheet that I keep and refer to if anyone comes to me later to say they didnt know the assignment, or what was required of them at the clinical site.
consistent with rules is a key point. One time not being consisent is enough to through the zen off center.
methods to make course requirements clear for students include a syllabus, and a handout spelling out the rules, regs and expectations for the classroom. Give a daily handout with a quiz to go along with the text and daily lesson. The other most important thing is to be consistent with the rules and stick to them.
Great point ,I do not take this into consideration as much as I should. Thanks for the reminder.
Using the projector, and explaining the syllabus. I usually go through all the assignments and explain the rubrics on each one. In most cases I already have past student examples so the new students don`t feel despondent from day one. "Wow, if a student did that....." Rather than "thats your work. You are a professional, no way can I get to your standard....."
I try to keep A quality and C quality work.
Each course has objectives and it has worked for me. My student evals are high and positive reviews are always nice.
I will spend the first day going into a good amount of detail with the syllabus. I will then revisit the syllabus and review the requirements about 1 week into the class after the students have a better idea of class stucture and content
By making sure the syllabus is well organized and congruent with the course. By going over the syllabus with the students on day one and giving personal feedback on requirements, examples and specific scenarios.
I use a syllabus, which includes the required books,
start and end dates, rules of the classroom, hours required, resources and supplies, course objectives,
instructional methods and grading. Along with the syllabus they receive course policy, attendance policy, missed exam policy and a tardy\leave early policy which I have all students sign and date. They keep a copy and I have a copy on file for those who say "I didn't know that."
Students get busy with life and forget what they should do in school so I always want to remind a student so they can not say that they forgot.
Hi Paul,
I love your outlook! You do whatever it takes to help your students gain success. I am sure your students appreciate you.
Patricia
Always have the student write it down and makes sure the student understands
One must constantly remind students. its usually the only way they understand that you mean what you say. it makes you a more credible instructor.
I like to take my time and explain the importance of each task, I ask lots of open ended questions and the response is very positive. I'm always making sure each student understands my requirements on an individual basis, if they are nervous about asking questions in front of others then it's my job to be available before or after class to help. Email has been very helpful in these situations as well.
Hi Debra,
There is nothing like having proof, such as a signed contract! As you mentioned, it halts problems. I like the contract!
Patricia
Hi Barbara,
It seems really serious to students whenever a signature has to be secured. They understand what they just went over is of the utmost importance.
Patricia
Hi David,
Yes, our students need something that they can refer to and be constantly reminded by.
Patricia
Hi Anthony,
How thorough! I am sure your students really appreaciate you being so detail-oriented. You go above and beyond for your students. Most instructors tell students to jot down deadlines. I like how you incorporate a calendar-oriented version of the course schedule.
Patricia
Hi Timothy,
How do you go about making course requirements clear for your students?
Patricia
I thought that this was a very good course.
