Tena Crews

Russell and Dalene, Generational personalities and just personalities in general have different strengths and weaknesses. If you can structure a project/assignment in which there are several components, the students can choose which ones they will complete based on their strengths. When we use people in ways in which they are esteemed, they are happy to do the work.

Russell, The diversity you speak of is right on. Communication and expectations must be clear and allow for all students to succeed. Thanks for your input.

Anthony, Going from minimal arithmetic to AP calculus is a huge accomplishment. As you serve as an excellent role model in the communication process, you are developing that pattern and helping students build their communiation skills as welled. Writing is hard and is a skill that takes time to develop. Keep up the good work.

Ann, I provide examples of good and bad discussion postings and provide a rubric for grading the postings. This makes the expectations clear and helps students provide better discussions. Thanks for your input.

Anthony, Many people do a variety of evaluations including grades. You're right - it does help round out the picuture. Thanks!

roger, If pre-generated rubrics, please make sure they meet the learning outcomes and the projects are sound. Give them a look. Thanks!

Russell and David, Thanks for your input on rubrics. I try to incorporate projects in which the student can choose methods of completion. For example, I may give an assignment and the students need to complete three of the following for the project: video, PowerPoint, concept map, written paper, oral presentation. That gives them the opportunity to work off their strenghts and learning styles. Hope this helps.

Camila, We are not all alike and it's good to have an idea of who our students are. Love the building of the community.

Camila, Clear, concise, correct, communication - all key words. Nice job.

Belinda and Krista, Yes, the Code of Conduct should be clear and easy to follow. Offering examples many times helps the students understand. Thanks for sharing.