The class pattern (for non-test weeks)

  1. Minilecture to guide your reading; statement of objectives (Monday)
    1. Short-term ("This will be on the test.")
    2. Long-term (Why we're here)
    READ THE CHAPTER!
  2. "Lab" work on example problems (Wednesday, Friday)
    1. Individual reflection, group discussion, "brainstorming"
    2. Class presentation and discussion
  3. Finish up (Friday, next Monday)
    1. Questions?
    2. More examples
    3. Comments (minilecture on request) (see also "damage control")
  4. Turn in homework; get papers to review (next Monday)
  5. Return homework papers you've reviewed (next Friday)
  6. Minilecture for damage control if necessary (ASAP; probably week after next)

In practice, deviations from the pattern will be common.

Last updated Tue 18 Jan 00