Hi Michelle, The key in getting feedback is to process it in the context of improving the course. You make a very good point about even though students say it should be changed or dropped that will not occur. (your example--homework). The approach I take is to explain that even though I appreciate their input I will continue to do a certain thing because it is required by the school, a state regulation, good learning practice, etc. By giving the students an explanation I have found that they are very understanding of why something is done and why it will continue. They become invested in the course even when something they wanted isn't done exactly like they wanted it. Gary