New class
All students will experience some degree of trepidation. "things that go bump in the night" Are we apprehensive of the noise itself? or rather what caused the noise? A good well planned syllabus will help to alleviate the fear of the unknown by giving the student a "road map" for the course.
I use introductions as well and relate their work experience to the class and how they can apply what they already know to what they will be learning.
When I have a new class, it's importan to make them feel at ease, the first thing i like to do, is to have the class introduce themselves to each other. I find that to be very helpful.
Hi Walter,
Students need a road map for the course. It makes the ride a lot smoother for both the instructor and the student.
Patricia
