Faculty Guide: First Day of In-person Classes
Time of arrival Arriving to class 5-10 minutes in advance gives you time to set up your digital devices, test...
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Avoiding “Radio-Silence” in Remote Discussions
(4 minute read) Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many instructors are now teaching their courses in a remote or...
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Team Progress Reports/Memos: Sample Assignments
Find below two authentic assignments designed to help students track and reflect on their work. These assignments also make explicit...
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Some thoughts on English grammar assessment from a non-native speaker
Contributed by Federica Bocchi, PhD Candidate in Philosophy of Science (5-minute read) In her previous blog post, Maya discussed the...
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UDL Principles for Course Materials: An Overview
UDL Principles for Course Materials: An Overview Multiple formats When ordering textbooks, allow students to choose from multiple formats, including...
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Assessment for Experiential Learning
Guidelines for Faculty for Assessment As with any type of assessment, assessment of experiential learning activities should always be conducted...
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Long Block Classes: Keeping Students Engaged
Long-block courses are composed of class sessions that last upwards of three hours and can sometimes occur two or three...
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Fostering Intrinsic Motivation In Introductory Classes
Fostering students’ motivation to learn is complicated in intro classes with a highly heterogeneous demographic. Learn ways to foster your...
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