17. |
In setting the goals for your most recent introductory course, how important
were each of the following. |
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Developing problem solving skills such as the ability to analyze data and draw conclusions |
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Developing communication skills such as scientific writing and oral presentation |
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Developing interpersonal skills including the ability to work in groups |
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Mastery of conceptual understanding of specific geoscience content |
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Increasing student awareness of the utility of geoscience in addressing important problems |
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Providing authentic experiences that simulate or emulate professional activities |
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19. |
In your most recent introductory course, please indicate the types of strategies
dealing with student attitudes, motivations, and comfort that had the largest impact on student
learning.
(Check all that apply)
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I do not believe that student
attitudes, motivations, and comfort have an impact on student learning |
Designing activities that motivate my
students |
Providing opportunities for low-stakes
practice before high-stakes assignments, activities, or exams |
Including activities that allow student
to get to know one another |
Getting to know something about my students
as individuals |
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Using group projects, field work, or
other activities that promote teamwork and collaborative learning |
Including content that is relevant to
students' experience |
Focusing on important geoscience
concepts |
Fostering a comfortable learning
environment |
Other,
specify |