Do’s and Don’t

The DO'S and DON'TS when creating a student project

DO'S

* be certain students know how to make change

* have students read through instructions, highlight unknown words, and define together in class

* provide a system of checks and balances that make dishonesty unappealing

* do have students make contacts such as: thank yous, phone calls, personal introductions, etc. (good etiquette practice time)

* do be certain that you have administrative cooperation and support

* do make certain STUDENTS know that they are expected to clean up work area

and replace all tools to proper storage area BEFORE leaving the classroom or shop

* do hold students accountable for completion of assignments and projects

* do have all materials located and ready for use before beginning

* do make a list of all materials you have checked out to students

* do have tangible consequences for not completing required work

* do have sequential steps for a project and during down time between steps have other activities scheduled

* do prepare for the limitations of your students (expect limitations)

* do repeat redundancies regularly :)

* do tell them, show them and then HAVE THE STUDENT do it

DON'TS

* do not assume students understand instructions--go through them together

* do not leave classroom or work area unattended

* do not allow students to have beverages or food near the computers and machines

* do not expect students to have common sense