Course Introductions are Key
I am a firm believer that by spending as much time as necessary on the first day of the course and having a "course introduction" with the class is allowing everyone to get off to a great start and be on the same page. It eliminates excuses in the future because we go over the syllabus line by line as well as classroom rules, requirement, attendance policies, etc; We also discuss and answer any questions that are asked so that all students are well aware of what the course expectations are.
Hi Penny,
Showing examples of a project/assignment also helps with easing the students nerves.
Patricia Scales
This is certainly true! The first day of a new course sets the bar for the entire term. Discussing requirements and expectations with students helps relieve some of their anxiety.
Hi Mohammad,
You are right! We can always refer back to the syllabus for clarity.
Patricia Scales
Course introduction is very important. It this we discuss the syllabus. The syllabus is really the contract between teacher and students. Every thing about the course must be clearly spelled in it.
Hi Heather,
I agree! The first day really sets the precedence.
Patricia Scales
