Monday, July 19, 2010

Summer session challenges


The summer sessions certainly have their challenges. The main challenge I see is the shortened schedule. We have to fit a full semester’s work into just 10 weeks. Motivating students to keep them on task is a big challenge for me.

Each week, I post what is due in the News and then send an e-mail to everyone as well. In my post, I stress working early in the week to avoid the weekend rush, to avoid Internet problems; and other problems that can arise on the weekend (files are due on Sunday). At the beginning of the class, they are encouraged to print a copy of the schedule and put it in their textbook. I do these same things for spring and fall semesters, but it is even more important during the summer session.

I am anxious to hear what others are doing with their classes to keep students on task. Should I include some kind of game or reward? What do you think?


Next up: making it personal

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