Late Assignments
I've had trouble in the past being firm about this issue. I very much enjoyed the suggested solutions to quickly deal with this problem.
Hi Sean,
Being firm and fair are key! Remember, you get from students what you expect.
Patricia Scales
I do not necessarily agree with your comment Sean. I expect a lot from my students; however, I do not always get everything I expect.
Hi Brandi,
Continue to set high expectations for your students. Some will rise to the expectations and others will just settle! Set the bar high!!!
Patricia Scales
I find this issue to be a balancing act. When I am concrete with my rules, many of my students don't meet expectations. On the other hand when I am too lenient, I pay the price with grading late assignments and explaining the assignment over and over. I really like the idea of the points be reduced over time.
I do not accept late assignments at all from my students. The students know this and are great about turning in assignments on-time. I have been able to avoid this from becoming an issue by passing out a calendar with assignment name and due date. I also write up on the white board if there is an assignment due for that particular week.
Hi Rosa,
I love it! This goes to show that you get from students what you expect. They know you do not tolerate late work.
Patricia Scales
Sean, I know what you mean!! Relating real world examples for the students I teach, once realized, is a powerful tool to timely submission of work. I let students know how I live their work aspirations daily and can relate consequences of lateness!! Understood!!
Hi Joseph,
Students love it when we make learning apply to the real world.
Patricia Scales
