…editing and less work over time. For example, using a live Google Drive link within your active syllabus document allows you to make edits without having to re-upload a new…
…a statement on your syllabus about the environment you hope to create together. Describe your expectations and how you would like students to approach the class. For example: “I want…
…the class begins. You could include personal information and/or a photo, in addition to the course syllabus and other course-related information. You might also consider including a link to a…
…access a webpage that could be the syllabus, a poll, a list of resources, or a shared online space for a brainstorming activity. Not all students will come to class…
…at the beginning of a tutoring session, the tutor could ask students to review the assignment directions and the instructor’s syllabus. The conversation could go like this: “Let’s log on…
…outline. It wasn’t an effective system. Poor planning left my students and me burnt out at the end of most terms. For some, planning revolves around syllabus revision, closing loopholes,…
…caring and authentic: Syllabus policies and language, as well as introductory comments on the first day of class, set the tone for an entire term. Creating a three- to five-minute…
…for building collaborative culture: Treat the first day of collaborative learning as a new beginning Create a mini-syllabus for collaborative experiences, and leave blank spaces for students to cultivate their…
