10 ways to encourage students to take responsibility

I was tweeted Ed Ustanges's posterous post on the 10 ways to encourage students to take responsibility. I have listed his top ten, for more details see Ed's post. Great work Ed! I think I will ask my intern to evaluate me on Ed's list. I hope I pass.

1. Don’t make all the decisions

2. Don’t play guess what’s in my head

3. Talk less

4. Model behaviors and attitudes that promote learning.

5. Ask for feedback

6. Test less

7. Encourage goal setting and reflection.

8. Don’t over plan.

9. Focus on learning, not work.

10. Organise student led conferences