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1. It's a Start.

Author

Brent, Rebecca and Felder, Richard M.

Abstract

Discusses the importance of the first few days of a new college course, and offers teachers suggestions for getting off to a good start, including pre-class preparation, establishing and meeting expectations, establishing student-professor and student-student communication mechanisms, and motivating interest in the course material. (MSE)

Published
1999

2. Navigating the Bumpy Road to Student-Centered Instruction.

Author

Felder, Richard M. and Brent, Rebecca

Abstract

Common faculty concerns about implementing student-centered learning are discussed, and useful techniques for addressing them are offered. Issues include budgeting in-class activity time, losing control of the class, uncompleted assignments, student understanding of open-ended problems, student dislike or abuse of group work, and helping at-risk students become involved. (MSE)

Published
1996

3. Writing Assignments--Pathways to Connections, Clarity, Creativity.

Author

Brent, Rebecca and Felder, Richard M.

Abstract

This article discusses college-level writing assignments designed to stimulate students to (1) explore initial student attitudes, (2) activate prior knowledge, (3) increase subject relevance, (4) clarify and organize course material, (5) connect new and previously known material, (6) improve critical thinking skills, and (7) develop and strengthen creativity. (MSE)

Published
1992

4. It's a Start

Author

Brent, Rebecca and Felder, Richard M.

Published
1999

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