I like it Anna! If we have clearly defined expectations, then we know how to proceed.
Keep up the good work!
Jane Davis
ED106 Facilitator
I always have the group pick what part of the report they are going to be the resource person for. I also keep track of their progress by getting progress reports from each group on a regular schedule until the report is presented in the class room.
Just beginning as an instructor, I feel that assigning each person in a group a task defeats the concept of team work. By roaming the room, you can monitor each students input and encourage those that seem reluctant to participate.
Also, having a peer review system set up, with each student fully aware they are going to be "graded" by their peers, seems to be the two best ways to handle group activities.
This is a real challenge for me, because I grade students in a course that involves a lot of writing and creativity. There are always one or two dominant students. I try to encourage the more quiet students to participate, and that sometimes works. :)
For group projects, I give them all the same grade (for the actual project). Then I grade their participation separately under "professionalism and participation".
I also have plenty of tests and other individual assignments, to allow the more quiet students a way to contribute.
By observing group dynamics and assigning individual taskes within the group.
I've helped an instructor develop an evaluation system where group member's feedback of each other is incorporated in their grade for the assignment. The evaluation system is discussed early in the assignment so each member is aware of what is expected. Doing so allows each student to have clear expectations of not only their responsibilities but also know that their peers will candidly evaluate them.
Each person has a specific task they are responsible for in each group. They need to be involved and also sometimes it is beneficial to have the entire group grade each other's participation efforts.
Hi Julie!
Pleaes provide a liitle more information regarding your answer so that I have a clear understanding of what you mean. I don't understand how you can evaluate students on their diversity!?!?!
Thanks,
Jane Davis
ED106 facilitator
Hi Manilee!
I like peer review but I do think that we have to be careful that it doesn't become a popularity contest. I am curious what instructions to do give your students prior to a peer review?
Keep up the good work!
Jane davis
ED106 facilitator
One way is to have the group self assess each other. That way you can share those results with the students.
evaluate by each students diversities
sometimes i allow my students to submit a peer review... along with my opinion it helps me to see how others view their partners work habits
Donna, I've even had the experience when making assignments, students will not follow through. This is very frustrating for both student snd instructor. What suggestions would you have under these circumstances?
Good job!
Jane Davis
ED106 Facilitator
You know April, I don't think we will ever be able to solve this challenge. There will always be stronger and weaker students in a group or maybe we should say people with different approaches.
Keep up the good work!
Jane DAvis
ED106 Facilitator
Hi April!
I really like this approach as its more like the interaction that could occur in the real world or work.
Good job!
Jane Davis
ED106 Facilitator
i have broken the assinment into parts to give to each student and a colaboration to summerize the final summery
I really like this idea. It sounds like a solid plan to distribute the work load in a way that is most beneficial to the group as a whole.
That's good, but you also must watch that the stronger student is actually helping and not just doing the work.
I agree, plus it ensures that each member of the group will contribute. I remember as a student that if the instructor did not assign specific tasks then there was always one member who didn't contribute, but benefited a grade from the rest of the group.
I have found that the stronger student does not want to suffer for the weaker student's effort. I encourage each student to put their best foot forward and to focus on the group and not themselves.
