Conversations with Colleagues - The First Day of Class

Photos and video from the event:

Video - Part of Mary's and Kristi's demonstration of what NOT to do on the first day of class and follow-up by all three presenters (Mary Huston, Kristi Berg, and Erik Anderson)

Convos with Colleagues 3

Convos with Colleagues 3

Mary and Kristi basketweaving

Erik discussing teaching

Resources related to the event:

The Vital Importance of First-Day Activities

First Impressions: Activities for the First Day of Class

Ten Tips for Dealing with Nervousness on the First Day of Class

The First Day of Class: A Once-a-Semester Opportunity

Don't Waste the First Day of Class

Five Things to Do on the First Day of Class

10 Things to Make the First Day (and the Rest) of the Semester Successful

What Will Students Remember from your Class in 20 Years?

How One Teacher Expert Activates Students' Curiosity

First Assignment Helps Establish Expectations

How to Prepare for Class Without Overpreparing

Great Teaching Is More than Academic

Four Resolutions for a New Semester

Start Planning Now for Next Semester

Small Changes in Teaching

Suggestions from the Group - What to do and not do no the first day of class

 

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