usually, how many recs would you ask a teacher to write…assuming they only write one and change the name of each school? like around five or 6? would 7-8 be too much?
<p>give the recommendation assignments to the Teacher EARLY in the year...i dont think my teachers would mine provided that they are given ample time</p>
<p>i know, but what bout the number of recommendations?</p>
<p>as long as they get them all at the same time, and get them early, the total number doesn't make a huge difference. They're going to write a generic letter to send to all of them. It's much less work for one teacher to do 10 than for two teachers to each do 5. It's nice of you to be concerned about this. Why don't you ask the teachers how they feel about the number at the same time you ask them to write the recs? If they mind the number, they can tell you. If they don't mind, you'll still have been polite. (don't forget to give them stamped, addressed envelopes. And send them a thank you note afterwards)</p>
<p>oh, great! thanks thats a good idea</p>