Man if I were teaching a uni class I’d actually be pretty down with participation marks because I’d want my students to at least think about the stuff I’m talking about/keep up with classwork/try to answer the questions I’m posing instead of just copying down every word I say but like

if it were me I’d also give them the marks for asking me questions after class/during consultation hours/through email because goddamn how many kids must have bright ideas or things to say but are nervous of speaking up in a classroom environment

or you know just the sort to slowly think about their questions and answers rather than snap a hand up instantly and start talking

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   aesc you rad as hell

3. otpblackholemagnetar said: Some of my college courses had class blogs that could count toward your participation grade, so that students who weren’t as comfortable speaking up quickly in class weren’t penalized for it.
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   I actually do that! It’s framed as extra credit, though, partly for students who just aren’t comfortable engaging, so...

7. somerdraws said: participation and communication marks are a huge thing at my uni. gotta say something every week to get a decent grade. it really makes you engage with the material, rather than just regurgitate it.