So often I have found myself as a student at multiple levels unprepared for class simply because the instructor sped through the syllabus, did not set learning objectives or didn't communicate the standards and expectations for evaluating my academic success in a clear way.
To expect our students to meet standards and to do well when assessed, they have to know what the standards are and what they are being assessed on. This not only creates confidence, but better directs the learning efforts of the students.
