GIVE YOUR STUDENTS AN EDGE!
At W.H. Freeman & Co., we know the college experience can be very demanding for your students. They are making decisions every day about what to study, how to study, and what tools to use to succeed. However, not all students understand the importance of the course materials that you selected and are electing not to purchase anything. As a result, their course preparedness and grades are suffering.
You can change that! Students look to you for information and guidance on what tools will help them succeed in the course. To help you communicate the importance of these materials, we have created a suite of tools for your use in the first days of class. These tools should help you communicate the value of learning, the importance of your course materials, and in turn, enhance student’s classroom experience and performance.
STRATEGIES FOR THE FIRST DAYS OF CLASS:
Explain your choice: You spent time considering texts, supplements, media, and on-line solutions that would mirror your course goals and teaching style. So, spend a few minutes telling your students why these tools will help them succeed in your course.
Show the book: Show the book, the package, and any materials you will be using. Be specific about how you expect them to use the book in class.
“It is required.” It is as simple as that! Telling your students they need the books, they will benefit from the books, and that you will assign, quiz, or test FROM the book will encourage them to get involved with the course materials.
Use our materials: We have created a suite of materials: syllabus inserts, PPT slides, handouts, and videos – that you can include in your first course to communicate the importance of course materials to your student. Need something more? Just ask us!
Ask for help: We are here to help you. Contact your local representative for a First Days of Class presentation and they will gladly come in to spend a few minutes with your students to demonstrate web registration, a new piece of technology, a new study aid, a customized textbook, i<clicker student response system…whatever you might need. Help is just a click away! Find my sales rep.
TOOLS FOR YOUR FIRST DAYS OF CLASS:
Syllabus Insert: Click here to get a brief paragraph to insert into your course syllabus on the book and supplements you have assigned. Remember, students look to you for advice!
PowerPoint Slides: Click here to get a few PPT slides for your first lecture that outlines course materials, web registration information, etc.
Need more help? Would you prefer a customized First Days of Class kit? Help is just a click away!