Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 11, 2022

It has been estimated that college students across the globe devote in excess of a billion hours per year to “disposable” assignments (Wiley, 2016). Moving from essential to “renewable” assignments means that the students see the tasks as sufficiently meaningful to be kept and even passed on to others. What a waste!

Assignments 131

Assignments Motivation Science Study 131

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

A clear description of grading policies in your syllabus A transparent, clear list/description of all assignments and deadlines directly in syllabus Clear verbal and written directions for all course assignments, activities, and assessments Clear communications, instructions, and feedback. Provide frequent written and verbal reminders.

Syllabus 131

Syllabus Exams Instructors Assignments 131

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

I think the second thing is, as you mentioned, we talked about prior learning assessment. I think the most innovative adult learning programs are either recognizing what adults bring through either a competency-based model where learners are tested for their knowledge or through a prior learning assessment methodology of portfolio.

Students 159

Students Testing Knowledge Assignments 159

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

A clear description of grading policies in your syllabus A transparent, clear list/description of all assignments and deadlines directly in syllabus Clear verbal and written directions for all course assignments, activities, and assessments Clear communications, instructions, and feedback. Provide frequent written and verbal reminders.

Syllabus 98

Syllabus Exams Instructors Assignments 98