Hybrid contracts in introductory linguistics

Authors

  • Cornelia C. Paraskevas

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3765/plsa.v6i2.5096

Keywords:

contract grading, specs grading, introductory linguistics, learning logs

Abstract

Wanting to shift the focus in the introductory linguistics classes in an access institution from teaching to learning, I created a tripartite (hybrid) contract that consists of three distinct tasks: labor-based tasks (collaborative forums and breakout activities); content-based tasks (assignments and final project on changing understandings about language) and self-regulated tasks (learning logs, metacognitive awareness surveys, capstone). This contract gives students agency and establishes a culture of “forgiveness” (while maintaining high standards), providing flexibility since my students’ life challenges can affect their academic performance.

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Published

2021-10-12

How to Cite

Paraskevas, Cornelia C. 2021. “Hybrid Contracts in Introductory Linguistics”. Proceedings of the Linguistic Society of America 6 (2): 5096. https://doi.org/10.3765/plsa.v6i2.5096.