ESEAR - Written Expressions
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Written Expressions | |
Conspiracy Theories | |
Instructor: Lisa Ruch Activity Description: In the first week, students write a brief description of what it would take for their section and me to conspire not to have class all semester but to convince BPU that we did; this engages them in the course topic in a creative way. Due: Week 1 | |
Course Introduction Journal Reflection | |
Instructor: Patricia Drewniak Activity Description: For the first journal entry in this Biology class students answer the questions: How do you think the knowledge you obtain in this course will benefit you in your chosen career and or your life? and how do you think this information will impact you as you discover your unique identity as a Bay Path University student? Due: Week 1 | |
Creative Artifact Case Study | |
Instructor: Lisa Ruch Activity Description: In the first week, students identify an artifact of creativity that they admire and share it with the class to initiate a conversation on creativity and how it manifests itself. Due: Week 1 | |
DNA Discussion | |
Instructor: Sandra Haddad Activity Description: Before and during the first week of class, students must find one story in the news in which DNA was used. It can be a cold case, a novel use of DNA, or something from history. This activity lets students kick off the semester right with 10 points for this easy assignment. Due Date: Week 1 | |
Express Yourself | |
Instructor: Gillian Palmer Activity Description: This activity is designed for students to introduce themselves on the first day of class. The instructor asks students to answer questions related to their year and major, expectations for the course, learning style, hobbies or passions, and any questions they have for the instructor. The goal is to engage students, build a sense of community, and establish class expectations during the first session. Students receive participation points for sharing their responses in class, encouraging active engagement and connection among classmates. Due: Week 1 | |
Let’s Get to Know You | |
Instructor: Robert Tomasulo Activity Description: This is a brief "get to know you" survey that asks for some helpful background information (grad year, major, prior musical experience etc.) and prompts students to reflect upon their musical goals/aspirations for the semester. The survey also offers an opportunity for students to share anything that we may need to know to help them be successful in this course and give the best possible instruction. Due: Week 1 | |
Poetry Exercise | |
Instructor: Jennifer Gardner Activity Description: In this activity, students read a French poem and answer a series of questions. This allows them to decipher the meaning, character, and mystery of the narration. Due: Week 1 | |
Reflection and Creating Our Community/ Creating Our Class Community | |
Instructor: Jennifer Stratton Activity Description: During the first week, students do a survey called, Creating Our Class Community. The survey has a similar structure but is tweaked based on the course objectives. Overall, the focus of the survey is getting to know the students in a way that relates to the course content, goal setting, and identifying needed supports. Due: Week 1 | |
Self Assessment #1 | |
Instructor: Brenda Hardin Abbott Activity Description: Students complete a 1-2 page self-reflection on their skills and past experiences with writing and reading and their personal goals as a writer and reader. Due: Week 1 | |
Social Media Favorites | |
Instructor: Laurie Rosner Activity Description: In this Early Student Engagement activity using Padlet, students are asked to share their favorite social media platform, along with an example of a noteworthy business or professional post and the reasons for their admiration. This pre-class assignment aims to foster early engagement by allowing students to connect with each other and providing a foundation for a discussion on social media in the first week of class. Due: Week 1 | |