How Can I Effectively Use Class Preparation Assignments?
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Every Monday, Magna Publications provides UConn faculty members with access to a 20-minute video from its “Monday Morning Mentor” presentation series. This series offers video-based programs designed to answer a specific question related to teaching and learning, delivering actionable insights in highly focused 20-minute presentations designed to fit busy schedules.
This week’s program, “How Can I Effectively Use Class Preparation Assignments?” can be accessed at http://www.mondaymorningmentors.com; use the following password: class15
Class preparation assignments (CPAs) enable you to use your class time more effectively and move students toward higher levels of learning. This program prepares you to create CPAs that will transform the classroom experience for you and your students. When you are finished with this program, you will know how to
- Use course design to incentivize students to come to class prepared
- Clearly and carefully explain your definitional grading system
- Reinforce student preparation by covering CPA questions in class
- Incorporate CPA questions on tests to reinforce the importance of coming to class prepared
- Use CPA questions to engage all students in class
The video will be available from Monday, February 29, through Sunday, March 6, 2016.
For more information, contact: the Institute for Teaching and Learning at itl@uconn.edu.