Learning Activity 1-A-1

Introductions & Clarifying Expectations

Forum - 20 points (15 points for post and 5 points for comment)

Forum Rubric

1. In Key Information, read “Course Goals” and "Compelling Whys.” Also read pages 1-6 in Teaching Discipline and Self-Respect. As you read, identify the phrases that seem most important to you.
   
2. In the Forum respond to the following:
   • Identify three or more reasons why you’re taking the course (your compelling whys) and briefly explain what you hope to get from the course (your goals).
     
   • Share your grade level and or the content subject you teach.
   • Share two or more random facts about yourself.
     
3. Read your class members’ postings and reply to at least two people.
   

Learning Activity 1-A-2

"The Beauty of Losing Control"

Forum - 14 points (9 points for post and 5 points for comment)

Forum Rubric

Read the article "The Beauty of Losing Control."
Answer and reflect upon the following questions in a forum post. You can copy and paste the questions and answer them directly in the Forum under "1-A-2: The Beauty of Losing Control."

1. How does the concept of obedience compare to responsibility?
2. How does consistency play into the importance of responsibility?
3. What insights have you obtained from reading about motivator and tokens?
4. How does the power of being positive affect students?
5. What are some of your thoughts in dealing with disruption?
6. Respond to at least two classmates.