There are many approaches to designing an online course, and finding the right balance may depend on a variety of factors ranging from content topics
I’ve tried a few different techniques for class discussions over the years, some that I’ve written about previously in Faculty Focus. In recent years, I’ve
Ever wonder why students don’t read the syllabus, despite the time and effort we put into creating it? It serves as a contract between instructors
In undergraduate classrooms, instructors encounter a variety of students with diverse backgrounds and different personalities. Since discussion-based learning, both in-person and virtual, remains important, teachers
The power of human stories is undeniable. Whether conveyed through music, art, writing, or oral storytelling—sharing one’s lived experience can have a profound impact. Stories
Engagement – it’s another one of those words that’s regularly bandied about in higher education. We talk about it like we know what it means,
This article first appeared in The Teaching Professor on December 5, 2017 © Magna Publications. All rights reserved. Ubiquitous learning—the idea that everywhere you go, you’re
Today’s higher education students are increasingly digitally savvy, accustomed to technology being woven into every facet of their lives. It’s no wonder they expect the
In my work supporting faculty, I have learned that professors always appreciate strategies to make their teaching more efficient. Many times, learning a new educational
Many instructors have observed variability in students’ motivation to learn and grow. How can we, as educators, enable engagement, persistence, and improved performance in the
