You can do this by talking to me directly, or by writing an anonymous letter to me if that is more comfortable. For maximal learning, it will be best if you have read the assigned reading before attending class. I am committed to your learning process. In this class you will not only learn the science of speech production and analysis, but you also will learn the art of phonetic transcription. It has been my observation that some students acquire this skill quite easily, while others will struggle throughout the semester.
Research suggests that students who talk to their instructors get better grades.
Don't let small problems during the semester grow to a crisis at the end. It's always easier to fix anticipated difficulties than to untangle a mess. Since technology has become such an integral part of the education process, every student should become at least partially literate in the area of information technology. However, it is not always feasible to instruct students in, for example, computer usage in conjunction with class material because of time constraints. Therefore, students requiring assistance using computers, e-mail, public folders, and other technology should take advantage of the resources available to them in the Olin Center.