Today class went well. There were a few hiccups because a few assignments have not been turned in yet. I gathered everyone in the middle of the classroom away from the computers, in order to discuss any issues or questions. I was able to be firm as well as understanding. The fact that I was able to show leniency and compassion with a particular student who at times has been problematic left me feeling empowered.
Even though I feel sometimes I am inferior in the technology field, I was able to assist a student with a technology issue with a program that is unfamiliar to me. I even had four students from my other section that came in to use spare computers to complete assignments for my EDLT 368.
I needed to take care of some housecleaning type duties today. I have been way too lenient with time frames for turning in reports of observation. I am giving until tomorrow at 12am, and then students who have not submitted receive zeroes. I was also approached with a group participation issue. Since there are assignments associated with each group, I let the members know that they would be graded individually based on their submission. That is all that I can do.
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