Can anyone explain how teacher recommendations work?

<p>I'm not sure how to do recs. I have several questions.
Should I ask my teachers to do them online or give them printed-out forms?
If they use printed-out forms, do they each send it to all of my colleges, or do they give the finished form back to me so that I can make copies and send it out?
Several teachers have asked for a folder with all the information they need in it. What kind of information do I need to provide?</p>

<p>Ask your teachers if they are willing to submit them online, because it’s much easier that way. On the Common App, “invite” them to complete your recommendation (they will receive one via email) and all you’ll have to worry about is getting them to finish it on time.</p>

<p>Usually the teachers will specify the information they want–but you could provide a brief 1-2 page resume, a list of colleges you are applying to (and their deadlines), and any stamps/forms/envelopes they may need.</p>