There are two primary processes for the class, one which is focused on a student’s individual learning and portfolio development, and one focused on group engagement.

Group performances

Beginning the first week, the class will be divided into five groups. That week we will focus on orientation and introductions, but after that first week and for each week following, each group will work with the questions and exercises posted in the weekly schedule.

For the first few days of the week (Mon-Wed) students will work in their small groups on the questions, and by Wednesday they will post a summary to the class large group discussion of their thinking to date -- and particularly noting any questions they'd like to continue to pursue. By Friday everyone in the class should have read those summaries, and posted a substantial comment in response somewhere in the large group discussion.

Personal performances

By the end of the class students need to have taken the two book quizzes and passed them, completed the two short essays, they need to have begun an educational leadership portfolio (which includes a thorough self-assessment and the glossary quiz), and contributed one new item to FeAutor (note: new items do not need to have been written by the student, but if they are encouraging someone else to share materials, then they must ALSO review that contribution)

To reiterate:

• Read/view the assigned weekly readings and my presentations
• Take the book quizzes successfully
• Complete the two short essays (one due Nov. 4th, and one due Dec. 2)
• As part of your small group, respond to the central question/exercise each week and post a summary of your group's insights for the whole class
• Read the summaries in the full class discussion from your classmates
• Participate in the full class discussion
• contribute one piece to publish at Feautor
• Take the glossary quiz successfully
• Begin your portfolio (including the necessary pieces as specified)

Important note:

If you have a condition or disability that makes any of these requirements difficult for you, or if there are specific accommodations that are appropriate, please let me know as soon as possible.