Get Your Students Hired
I often assign journaling projects for my students. This helps me keep track of where they are in the class and what they've learned. It also helps them realize just home much we've done and how much they've learned in the course. Lots of times, students will say that they don't feel that they've learned much. I tell them to refer to they're journal, and they're amazed that we've covered 3-5 chapters in a week, and they realize they actually know most of the material. I also like to throw in mini quizzes that contain 5-10 questions. This tests their knowledge on critical points we've discussed, and it boosts their confidecence when they see that the know the heart of the content.
OK,I am kinda loving this idea. Asking what was most useful or even checking in on what they already know. I do this only at the beginning of the term, but think I will give it a try each chapter. i think the minute paper is a brilliant way for the student to summarize what was gone over and can help them with future classes and help in their retention and understanding.
Hi Reginald, Thanks for your post to the forum. I also find that students often underestimate what they have learned. Frequent short quizzes are a great way to check for understanding. Best wishes for continued success in your teaching career.
Susan Polick