If I had to sum up how the class is going for me in just a few words, I would say that it is going well. Not perfectly amazingly fantastic, but definitely not bad. The class isn't nearly as bad as I thought it might be. I like that you are an energetic teacher and that you provide a several chances for participation throughout the class period. I know I don't always comment, but listening to the comments of my classmates helps me see a topic from a different perspective. I like how what we talk about in class gradually builds my knowledge about what kind of paper I'm supposed to be writing and how to do it well. Papers can be daunting assignments, but I feel like this class has done a good job of walking me through the process for each kind of paper we've written.
As for some things I am not as fond of, I am not a huge fan of the participation. I understand that it provides easy points to cushion my grade, but it feels kind of awkward sometimes. I have no problem evaluating my partner. However, it is kind of weird to be giving comments about my own participation. If I say I feel like I'm doing a good job, it kind of feels like I'm bragging. How am I supposed to evaluate my own performance?
Overall, I'm enjoying the class very much. I'm finding it to be quite useful.
I'm with you on the uncomfortability of posting about ourselves. I think there is a correct way to brag about yourself, but I don't feel very directed, and I'm not sure what to say on it.
ReplyDeleteI agree that the papers can be very daunting, but I feel like we are prepared well to write them and in the end they are helpful.
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