I have been trying different methods to see what works best for my students. I have a lesson plan suggesting that I have students complete an activity in small groups. Today, I presented the activity and suggested they work in small groups. Since the students seemed to sit there passively, I decided to assign groups. After I did this, one student logged off the computer, gathered her things, and simply walked out of class. I have not heard from her since.
Apparently this student is uncomfortable or disinterested in working in groups. I guess I won't know until she contacts… >>>
