Indyclass organizers gathered at the QPIRG McGill library on May 19 to film this video workshop.
The topics discussed include the importance of autonomous education, indyclass logistics, and decision-making by consensus.
This is a great place to start for students interested in starting up their own indyclass.
Video by David Koch
Contact davidgkoch (at) gmail.com
For a written outline of how to start an IndyClass, check out this Course Evaluation and Retrospective, which is mentioned in the video.
For ideas of research topics you can undertake in partnership with community organizations in Montreal, check out the Community-University Research Exchange at www.qpirgconcordia.org/cure.
Introduction:
Reflections: do Indyclassers have to know each other? Using consensus; having a class without “experts”; most positive aspect of Indyclass.
Timeline:
When you should aim to start working on the various aspects of your IndyClass.
Indyclass Logistics and Ground Rules
Structuring the course syllabus; making decisions about workload; talking with your supervising prof.
Coming up with a grading rubric with your supervisor; how to register to get course credits; dividing labour within the group, doing CHECK INs and CHECK OUTs.
Tips on facilitating the actual class; suggestions for setting ground rules; e.g. attendance.
Consensus and Group Decision-Making
What is “consensus” and why is it an important process for Indyclass?
Thanks for watching. Please contact us at indyclass [at] gmail [dot] com to let us know if you’re planning an Indyclass, or if you have any questions or would like an in-person workshop!
