CTE New Teacher Institute Forum: Career Projects

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Friday, November 23, 2007

Career Projects

I am thankful to have this week off. It has given me an opportunity to get caught up on some things. I have spent time with my family which has been wonderful. We went to the World of Coca Cola and went ice skating in Centennial Park. I have also been able to get caught up on grading projects. I gave my students Career Projects. They had to write a research paper, make a tri-board or power point and present it to the class. It has been hard grading the papers. I gave the students complete instructions on what is expected in the project and I am shocked that probably 10 % actually did everything they were supposed to. Some students did not even turn in a project which is worth two test grades. I am supprised at the writing skills of the students. Some of the students made the tri-board and presented it to class but did not write a paper. I just don't understand the lack of concern they have for their grades. Some of the students do not take the time to do what is needed to do well on their projects. Some of the students do not take pride in their work. I did have a few that went all out and completed a wonderful project but it was only a few. I don't think these kids understand what they are in for. How do you make them understand that in order to make it you have got to work hard! They just don't get it!

3 comments:

Shane C. said...: Its quite strange sometimes how students can be so negligent of thier grades. I can see where some of them come from though because I was one that never "wanted" to put in the effort while in school. However, I always did the work due to the fact that I knew I would be faced with some kind of punishment when I brought home the failing report card. Kind of makes me wonder what they have waiting for "them" when they bring home that failing report card. Obviously they dont worry as much as I did about it and it more than likely because they wont face any issues about it at home.; November 25, 2007 at 8:37:00 PM EST
garyb said...: I can remember being rebellious in school. The teacher just kept on teaching even though I was in another world dreaming. Or was I? Somehow my family was fed and clothed.; November 25, 2007 at 9:59:00 PM EST
Dwayne Connors said...: Many family structures have changed in turn making the whole traditional dynamic off base. As a result, a lot of kids aren't recieving the social tools that they need to be able to work well in the basic social settings. Respect, compassion, regard for the property of others, clean and professional speech, the list is exhaustive. This is a daily experience for me in my school. We need some kind of class to teach these kids these things. A good education would be an easy thing to give if the kids cared.; November 29, 2007 at 3:49:00 PM EST