Course Assignments
Mid-semester Feedback
Rationale for this assignment
A robust discussion about constructive student feedback mid-semester accomplishes two main objectives. Firstly, the instructor gains insight into possible accomodations and adjustments for the balance of the semester. Second, the discussion gives the instructor an opportunity to explain why some changes will not be implemented.
Assignment Description
I hope you agree this is an easy way to get a good mark on an assignment. You already have a first rough draft of this one page paper which you prepared in class.
I request that you do work to update your thoughts and not merely type your handwritten notes. Before you prepare your 1 page paper for this assignment:
- First, reflect upon our recent class discussions. I ask that thereafter, you consider our discussions. For example, I request that you do not suggest elimination of class discussion, or delaying the trip to the courthouse or law school library, or elimination of marks for participation or, elimination of 1/2 of the assignments because this seminar course is literally structured on an assumption that students attend and participate in class discussions after being given reasonable opportunity for preparation.
- Also, your mark on this assignment will be unaffected by its content (you are free to express both positive and negative views without risk). What I am looking for in all of your papers is evidence to demonstrate that you have used time and effort to provide your meaningful feedback regarding this course.
Please consider addressing issues raised by your colleagues in our class discussions if you think their ideas are worthwhile after further reflection. That said you are not required to address all issues identified in the attachments. They are there to help you formulate your feedback. Consider the rubric posted regarding papers.
You feedback is VERY important to me. Thank you.