Dara,
True, they also need to see their strengths as well as their weaknesses. Good post.
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
I agree. When students can see their growth, they can truly appreciate how much they have improved and feel inspired to continue to learn.
Tina,
True. I think they have to be able to take the feedback and use it. I am not sure they can do that.
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
Tina,
This is a universal problem. I am concerned that they haven't had many barriers to overcome in their academic lives and don't know how to do it. Maybe we have to help them develop the "hit the wall" survival skills.
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
Students come to us with various levels of learning. They frequently miss the point when asked to make corrections for a submission due to poor spelling, grammar, or focus on the question being asked.
Various examples would be helpful!
Ms. Cressman
I too agree with you Mrs. Mitchell! I find that even though students improve over time, they are discouraged and "hit the wall" and become very frustrated with their progress.
Ms. Cressman
Monica,
I agree that it takes both. A student needs to learn what is a "good" project. They may not know that.
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
Theran,
True, it give them confidence in their learning.
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
Letrice,
I agree. This will help students focus on the learning and then understand how far they have come!
Dr. Kelly Wilkinson
I agree with you. I believe that an instructor needs to evaluate the ability of the students as well. It is not necessary to complete formal assessment, informal assessment can be used as a guide or starting point for the level of learning as well as adjustment of learning objectives.
It is interesting that you mention this fantastic tool, since I have recently had students bring this subject/topic up. They themselves would like to see what growth they have had.
