Studying and Learning

Rules of taking class tests and assignments The most common name under which these two important parts of curricular activities can be found is called continuous assessment. Class tests and assignments are so important that there are very few substitutes for them that can be used to assess a student’s progress intellectually and academically. The pivotal role that tests and assignments play in assessing a student’s academic progress gives credence to the truth that it must be taken seriously and properly. There are definite dos and don’ts when it comes to taking class tests and assignments and these rules are highlighted below: Get the goods firsthand : one of the surest way to ensure that class tests and assignments will be done properly is to be present in person when questions and exercises are given. In the twenty first century, this could mean getting the questions in your mailbox directly from the professor or teacher. It is imperative that effort is made to get ques...

Rules of Class Relations The crest of any social or serious gathering is the relationship that each member of the gathering has with one another. This hierarchical series of functional relationship define the way and manner everyone in a group relates with one another. In a classroom there are rules that govern the way students relate with one another. These rules are usually universal and independent of culture, race, tradition and value systems. These rules foster mutual respect and comradeship among teachers and students alike. This makes it possible to define the boundaries that all members of the class must be consciously and unconsciously aware of to prevent unnecessary confrontation, rivalry and irritation. Know everyone’s name: This is the grand rule. Strive to know the name of everybody in the class. It will neither be a two weeks tasks nor one month job but as soon as possible, get the name of every person in the class. As a rule of thumb, instead of saying ‘he...