How do I create assignments that are challenging but not overwhelming?
- When designing assignments, always consider the interest, abilities, and time constraints of your students. For example, if you know there are returning students in your class, or that many students work in the evenings, you may also want to take these things into consideration. Giving students some choice in the format and/or topic of their assignment can also relieve some pressure on them. Finally, do the assignment yourself and see how long it takes you. Or, if you have a teaching assistant, ask them to complete the assignment first and comment on the difficulty. There may also be other faculty who could tell you if your ideas for assignments are reasonable and suggest good changes.
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