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We read, we convened, we came up with a list of things that matter:

 

Classroom constitution

 

-Grand theory in real world contexts

-Presenting information/knowledge that is applicable to individuals’ lives

-Short, concise, deliverables that tackle concrete questions

-Contracts – ensures everyone does work and reading and contributes

-Questioning the efficacy of face-to-face communication

-How do we use technology to stay “human”

-Classes in different settings

-But we are bodies

-Collaborative, adaptive leadership

-Co-creation of class frameworks and goals

-Big picture – putting energy towards group projects

-Students shaping the course

-Accountability to stay engaged

-Do contracts make this work?

-Does physical interaction matter

-Working towards a common goal

 

For me, there are some big takeaways here:

  1. There is an interest in some kind of concrete, real-world project.
  2. There is an interest in emphasizing classroom engagement – which will lead me to ask of you all: what is going to help you be most engaged in the classroom?  Do you want pre-circulated discussion questions?  Some free-writing time at the start of each class?  Something else?
  3. There is an interest in concrete goals/outcomes/expectations.  This will be most important for coming up with the rules and format for blog posts and assignments.
  4. There is an interest in student participation in shaping the course.