Working With Students

Communication

Positive and productive communication between instructors, TAs, and students is vital to a successful class.

Be Empathetic and Positive

Students will be looking to instructors, TAs, and the curriculum for knowledge and guidance. Have empathy when speaking to students, remember that learning to code is not an easy task. Keep in mind that we all learn at different speeds and in different ways. Be supportive and patient as the students demonstrate and describe their issues.

Stand By the Curriculum

Help LaunchCode make the course better and maintain the students trust in curriculum by following these rules.

• Please send feedback, suggestions, and bug reports to a LaunchCode staff member
• Do not speak negatively of the curriculum in front of the students
• Do not teach topics or tools that are not in the curriculum
  • It's ok to mention other topics or tools to enrich the students

Student Status in the Class

LaunchCode staff controls student enrollment. If there is a question about a student's enrollment status, please contact a LaunchCode staff member. If a student is asking about their status, they should also contact a LaunchCode staff member.

In-class Facilitation

• Lecture (TODO: should this go here?)
• Studios (TODO: should this go here?)
• Checking in with individual students

Common Student Issues

• Falling behind
• Keeping advanced students engaged
• Skipping course activities (e.g. prep work or studios)
• Poor attendance