Course Contract

I have a couple goals for myself while taking this course. My first goal is to not procrastinate my assignments and to complete them all ahead of time. Another one of my goals is to learn the content so that I can become a better teacher and not just so I can get a good grade. I want to really know the material that we will be covering.

I will reach my goals in this course by making a weekly preparation plan. I will keep my weekly plan organized in my day planner. After class each Thursday I will write down the assignments given. I will then make a plan for the week about how and when I am going to complete each assignment. In doing this it will help me to not procrastinate. I will dedicate my Monday afternoons to completing the case study/blog assignment for that week. M-F evenings I will dedicate at least a half hour to the weeks reading assignment and study guide. If more time is necessary then I will work on the study guide on Saturday mornings. I will give myself plenty of time to complete each assignment.

I will also reach my goals in this course by preparing and having good study strategies. I have never been the best at studying but this semester I am determined to learn how to study the right way. First of all I will remove myself from all distractions and make sure that I have eaten a healthy meal or snack before I begin studying. I will study at a table instead of on the comfy couch so I won't be tempted to fall asleep. I also will attend class each week and take notes. If I have any questions I will make sure to ask my classmates and professor so I do not leave class confused. I will also make sure that I get 8 hours of sleep each night. I will make sure that I go to bed before 11pm. I will also attend any study groups. I will not cram the night before! I will study each day so that my brain is not fried when the time for the test comes along. After I take a test I will review the questions I missed and figure out why I missed the question and learn what is the correct answer and why.

I will reach my goals in this course by making sure I understand each topic before it comes time to take closed-book examinations. If I do not understand a topic in class I will ask my neighbor. If I am still confused I will speak with the professor. I will also research online if needed. If I am confused while working on a reading assignment I will re-read the material. If I am still confused I will research online. If that does not work I will call a friend from class. If I am still confused after all these steps I will email the professor and ask for more clarification. If needs be I will make an appointment to speak with the professor.

I believe that if I stick to these plans I will be able to reach each of my goals for this course.