Embracing Flexibility and Student Empowerment in the Classroom
Explore the concept of personal days, fostering a less stressful learning environment through flexibility, compassion, and student control. Understand the benefits of providing structure in course work while promoting integrity, mutual respect, and clear communication. Students share their perspectives on utilizing personal days as a safety net to maintain GPA and manage unexpected challenges effectively.
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THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX - PRACTICE PARADOX PRESENTED BY BEFFIE WILLIAMS
S T R U C T U R E Course Work Clearly communicate expectations and requirements. Due Dates Mutual Respect Expectations Integrity STUDENTS NEED STRUCTURE IN THE CLASSROOM.
TODAY, WELL BE FOCUSING ON Course Work Due Dates Due Dates Expectations Respect Integrity
PERSONAL DAY BADGES
WHAT ARE PERSONAL DAYS? F L EX I B I L I TY
LESS RIGID AND AUTHORITATIVE COMPASSIONATE MORE KIND & Personal Day Badges Give Students Some Control C O N T R O L
CREATES A LESS STRESSFUL LEARNING ENVIRONMENT Fosters the student s ability to learn effectively. F O S T E R S L E A RN I NG
WHAT DO STUDENTS HAVE TO SAY?
By knowing that as I adjust to being back in college and relearn how to study and manage my time, I know that if I do miscalculate or catch a cold or struggle in any number of ways I have a small safety net that allows me to maintain my GPA If things get out of control, or I get sick, it's nice to know I can take an extra day for assignments without screwing up my grade, or having to email and beg for an extension. I am hoping I do not need to use them so I can have those extra points go towards my grade. I do like the fact that they are there in case I hit a snag in my work. But I like to pretend I do not have a fail safe and that I MUST keep up on my work.
I personally like the badges and think they're a great addition. Sometimes life gets a little hectic and we have no control over certain situations. Personal days are an awesome provision to take advantage of if unexpected situations or sickness come up. It's really nice to know I have that available in case I have a crazy week and need an extra day to catch up.
I like the badges because it gives me peace of mind knowing that if something comes up in my life that I can take a personal day if I need to. I can't think of anything that I dislike about the Badges at this time. I like seeing the badges because it gives you a sense of accomplishment.
WILLIAMS BEFFIE bwilliams@everettcc.edu
