Online Course Peer Support Form (Page 8 of 10) in pdf

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Principle 5: Good education emphasizes time on task.

The frequency and duration of study, as well as effective time management skills, are

critical for students and professionals alike. Students need help in learning to manage

and prioritize their study time.

Examples of evidence to look for:

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A published course schedule that outlines topics to be covered and

assignment due dates so students can plan their workload accordingly.

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Information on the course syllabus that provides an estimate of the amount of

time students should spend on the course (e.g., “”On average, most students

spend eight hours per week working on course assignments. Your workload

may be more or less depending on your prior experience with computing and

the Web in general, and with this subject in particular.”)

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Time-to-completion information on course assignments (e.g., “This

assignment should take you approximately 2 hours to complete.”)

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Course-specific study tips that provide students with strategies for utilizing

their time well.

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Assignment feedback that provides students with information on where to

focus their studies.

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Assignment due dates and timeframes that take into account the nature of

the target audience. For example, a course targeted to working adult

professionals might incorporate a weekend into an assignment timeframe.

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Course statistics that demonstrate that time-to-completion and weekly time-

on-task estimates are on target.

Where to look:

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Course syllabus

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Instructional materials / Assignment directions

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Assignment dropboxes and e-portfolios

Resources:

• Emphasize Time on Task (Ohio Learning Network) -

• iStudy Module (for students) on Time Management:

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Adapted from Appendix C-5e: YCCD Peer Observation Form for Faculty Teaching, Penn State Peer Review & Fairmont State College

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