For the past few years, my college required instructors to create their own rubrics. This was helpful as instructors have different requirements within their courses. Recently, we were required to work with others who teach identical courses to create a standard rubric for each course. Although, I was hesitant, this process proved to be very helpful. It allowed me to see what other instructors valued in the course and to refine the course objectives for the course. I'd love to hear from some of you about the process you use to create rubrics.

I am currently teaching a Public Speaking course and thoroughly enjoy interactions with my students. Our classes are managed by a course revision team and we are often asked about our suggestions for course revisions. I frequently offer my suggestions, but am looking for ways to become more involved in the course revision and creation process. Can anyone provide me with suggestions on how to approach my department chair regarding this request? Does anyone have experience with course revisions or creation and be willing to share how they became involved in that process? Thank you!