The document discusses a class assignment that required students to write weekly quizzes based on assigned readings and allowed students to revise the quizzes before submitting them for a final grade. A survey of students found that most students did make revisions and learned from the process, with many saying it helped them think more critically and apply concepts rather than just reciting facts. Revising also helped students catch their own mistakes and strengthen their answers. The opportunity for revision was found to be an effective learning method.
1. One of the many unique features of Coms 463 is that we were required to write a quiz every Monday that drew upon the assigned readings. The questions required that the student have a basic understanding of the concept of the readings, but also that they were able to apply the ideas and provide examples for them. These quizzes were included in our blog portfolio which was marked at the end of term. Dr. Smith would scan in our quiz and post it on our blogs as a pdf file. Oftentimes, she would give us feedback on our quizzes, suggesting ways we could improve on our understanding, organization, content, etc. What was most useful about the quiz system is that we had the opportunity to revise our quizzes before submitting them into the final version of our blog portfolio. This allowed us to make, not only grammatical corrections, but also to supplement our responses when they were not adequate. A Unique System of Learning: Weekly Quizzes with Revisions
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5. In addition to saving time, effective communication skills can aid in maintaining a interconnected staff. It can also help with staff “retention” as MacLennan puts it. Communication allows everyone to realize a common goal and what they are doing to achieve the motive. As MacKenzie states, communication in the workplace can help to analyze data. It may bridge the gap between experts and non-experts. Effective communication takes data and highlights what is important and explains what is unclear. This is an essential tool for most organizations. As Mackenzie notes, students often “experience school and work as two parallel and only loosely related universes” (p. 18) To aid this problem, she suggests introducing courses that improve students’ “oral and written communication skills” (p. 18). Though writing is vital, it is not the only skill that is needed upon entering into the work force. MacKenzie also notes that “teamwork, negotiating skills, leadership and innovation” (p.18) are also highly important. After…
