These "pre-first day" assignments are typically given via e-mail, posted online or printed on the syllabus — so keep a lookout. 3. Bring your laptop — if you can handle it. While using your ...

Before the first class meeting make sure to find the class syllabus on the university website. Don’t email to ask me where the syllabus is located. It’s on our departmental webpage.

Designing Your Course Syllabus Many of the decisions affecting the success of a course take place well before the first day of class. Careful planning at the syllabus design stage not only makes ...