https://padlet.com/faizaikram23/adfkmjt2i8eaf1dn In one of the readings assigned this week, we read some suggestions on how to increase student engagement. One recommendation is to offer students more choice in assignments, tests/exams, and course content such as in-class activities or assigned readings. How do you implement student choice in your course(s), or how would you like to? en-us 2023-06-11 03:07:54 UTC 2023-06-15 02:01:57 UTC hello@padlet.com karenfranker https://padlet.com/faizaikram23/adfkmjt2i8eaf1dn/wish/2621338287 Faiza - You ask a great question about implementing student choice. To make it manageable, start small by choosing one course activity or assessment that you'd like to improve-- then think of different ways that students could practice or demonstrate their learning for that one activity. 

For example, give them a choice between writing a paper, creating a video, or making an electronic portfolio. Also, seek student feedback afterwards about having that choice -- did they appreciate having options, and did that help their learning and motivation? ~Karen]]> 2023-06-12 17:13:20 UTC https://padlet.com/faizaikram23/adfkmjt2i8eaf1dn/wish/2621338287 amycamp74 https://padlet.com/faizaikram23/adfkmjt2i8eaf1dn/wish/2622548960 I already give students a great deal of autonomy in how they present their learning. As Karen mentioned in her post (are they called posts?), I allow students to compose their researched project in any format that makes sense for their purpose and audience. However, I want to take it a step further. I am currently trying to get funding for it to redesign English 1101 and 1102 (105 and 106 at Elmhurst) as a choose your own adventure type situation. I want to give more choice at every step of the learning/composing process. I am a big fan of choice as an equitable and accessible practice. ]]> 2023-06-13 18:32:22 UTC https://padlet.com/faizaikram23/adfkmjt2i8eaf1dn/wish/2622548960