by mgettings | Nov 5, 2009 | Education
Since my last post, several things have happened. My students finished their first round of discussions, so everyone has tried their hand at facilitating. It went reasonably well, although I’m changing some small things to make the next round better. I also...
by villarm | Oct 16, 2009 | Education
My freshman class continued using the IF process this week, though the focus is shifting. They have begun to discuss what/how to share what they have learned about “the value of higher education” with a younger student audience. I asked them to think...
by villarm | Oct 9, 2009 | Education
This week I asked my freshman class to continue discussing “the public value of higher education.” I told them to focus on their college experience to present — activities they had attended (required by the University) & courses in general:...
by villarm | Sep 26, 2009 | Education
This week my class met again to continue the discussion about the “public value of higher ed”. I was somewhat distressed because most groups had not posted their summary reports despite several reminders (and threats!) In class I learned that all groups...
by villarm | Sep 20, 2009 | Education
Thanks, Michael, for your postings. I read them and enjoyed them, and have decided to follow your lead. I had my first IF discussion session last Wednesday. My class is a Freshman Seminar with 24 students. I met them two weeks ago, but decided to wait before I...