Samuel is a student in my current (Fall 2023) differential calculus course (MATH 2250). Our class utilizes the “flipped classroom” pedagogy which required students to watch lecture videos in their own time and work mathematical exercises in class in small groups (and complete them at home as needed). This style of learning requires more self-discipline and intellectual maturity on the part of the student as he must take the initiative to watch the video and then bring questions to class. Samuel has been slow to adapt to this style of learning. While he does ask questions in class, he has yet to show a strong aptitude in the class and often struggles with routine calculations. He has begun to utilize office hours which may result in a higher score on Test 2 next week, Since the in-class work is group-based, I have had the opportunity to observe Samuel’s work with fellow students. His contributions when working with his classmates are always constructive and he asks follow-up questions of his classmates and me when he is confused by a concept. Hopefully he will adjust to the class soon and perform at a satisfactory level on the upcoming test next week. I hesitantly recommend Samuel for this scholarship.
Samuel is a student in my current (Fall 2023) differential calculus course (MATH 2250). Our class utilizes the “flipped classroom” pedagogy which required students to watch lecture videos in their own time and work mathematical exercises in class in small groups (and complete them at home as needed). This style of learning requires more self-discipline and intellectual maturity on the part of the student as he must take the initiative to watch the video and then bring questions to class. Samuel has been slow to adapt to this style of learning. While he does ask questions in class, he has yet to show a strong aptitude in the class and often struggles with routine calculations. He has begun to utilize office hours which may result in a higher score on Test 2 next week, Since the in-class work is group-based, I have had the opportunity to observe Samuel’s work with fellow students. His contributions when working with his classmates are always constructive and he asks follow-up questions of his classmates and me when he is confused by a concept. Hopefully he will adjust to the class soon and perform at a satisfactory level on the upcoming test next week. I hesitantly recommend Samuel for this scholarship.
Samuel is a student in my current (Fall 2023) differential calculus course (MATH 2250). Our class utilizes the “flipped classroom” pedagogy which required students to watch lecture videos in their own time and work mathematical exercises in class in small groups (and complete them at home as needed). This style of learning requires more self-discipline and intellectual maturity on the part of the student as he must take the initiative to watch the video and then bring questions to class. Samuel has been slow to adapt to this style of learning. While he does ask questions in class, he has yet to show a strong aptitude in the class and often struggles with routine calculations. He has begun to utilize office hours which may result in a higher score on Test 2 next week, Since the in-class work is group-based, I have had the opportunity to observe Samuel’s work with fellow students. His contributions when working with his classmates are always constructive and he asks follow-up questions of his classmates and me when he is confused by a concept. Hopefully he will adjust to the class soon and perform at a satisfactory level on the upcoming test next week. I hesitantly recommend Samuel for this scholarship.