Fun and flexible — not usually associated with class assignments


A cat promotes a growth mindset. Courtesy of Laura Gibbs.
Source: Growth Mindset Resources.
What strikes me most reading through the class description is how flexible the class structure is. The fact that I get to choose 
how, what, and when I want to learn (and 
even when I want to finish the class) is 
something I've never seen in a class. 

Most professors keep to tight schedules and impersonal learning styles, but this class offers me a chance to engage with others and see their work, choose what kind of project I want to work on, and even complete as much or as little extra credit as I choose. And, the extra credit also allows students to work on what interests. 

I appreciate the options for personalized learning that this class offers; that's new to me, and I hope to have fun with it!

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