However, the socratic approach will no doubt garner the majority of our time together as we raise questions, discuss them thoroughly, and develop personal opinions, answers, and ideas. I base my teaching and learning process on the premise that adult students are mature learners who flourish in settings where considerable independence is expected or permissible. Thus, the process is a dynamic one that actively involves the learner in determining personal needs, potential, and capabilities. The learning contract will be used as the planning mechanism for each learner because it allows considerable freedom or can provide a fairly prescriptive path throughout the course, depending on your preferences. Evaluation and Feedback Evaluation and feedback are integral parts of any learning.
Evaluation is a tool for measuring personal progress toward individual or course goals.
In addition, a formal institution like Elmira College requires that grades be established as marks for transcripts and degree completion. I hope the communication process will indeed be a two-way street. Feedback should reflect not only how well class objectives are being met, the effectiveness of any instructional facilitation, and the extent to which your individual needs are being fulfilled, but also the quality of student contribution and involvement. Consequently, your oral and written feedback relative to questions or concerns you may have, more information you need, and any evaluation you have of the process, content, or me will be welcome at any time. I will use several techniques throughout the course to help in this evaluation and feedback.