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My class usually begins their day by viewing this page first. In fact, just like with any classroom routine, navigating to this webpage first become part of our daily structure whenever we use the computers.  Because of the importance of the page, the explanation here is a bit lengthy.  

Everything that we will be covering or any activity we will be completing in class is explained here in as much detail as possible. I've learned a lesson...if I think it, I write it!  So, if I want a heading for a homework assignment in a specific manner or a special title, I write it here.  

This page will serve many functions and I've included a sample of the various ways that I've used it in class. For example, I've used it for explanations of homework assignments, classroom activities, test reviews, test day notifications, project assignments, and even days when I've had a substitute in the clssroom.

So, what might you include on your assignment page?  Here are some ideas:

  • lesson objectives;
  • website links for classroom activities and resources;
  • detailed explanations of instructions and navigation for the various activities;
  • homework assignments and due dates;
  • project assignments and due dates;
  • substitute assignments and information;
  • test review information; and
  • test information.

 

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Carol Mortensen

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There are real benefits to using a page like this on a regular basis:

  • students and parents know exactly where to get information about the classroom activities and objectives;
  • students who are absent can view and find out about missed lessons;
  • parents can review supporting websites and lessons to better help their students learn;
  • students who would like to review materials have access to the online resources used; and
  • students and parents who have questions about classroom instructions and directions can get answers before the assignments are due.

Things I've learned about the assignment page:

  • In general, I never give instructions verbally when they are written on my assignment page. I will suggest that the student use their back navigation button to read the instructions again if they have a question. I've found that after a few weeks of this, the students began to really read the information on the assignment page.  The result of this was that my students started to do the same on paper assignments and tests.
  • We all know that there are students who are hesitant to ask questions in class for a variety of reasons. I've found that those students really love the ability to review the assignment page independently to get clarification and reviews.