UDL at Scale with Thomas J. Tobin
This conversation is about how to systematically implement UDL at scale. Tom has been doing a lot of research and work on how universities and systems can be successful in implementing UDL at large…
Toward Cruelty-Free Syllabi
Toward Cruelty-Free Syllabi Note: This presentation began with ideas I wrote about in a blog post here. For folks who are reading these slides now and were not at the actual presentation, that post may give some helpful context. The actual presentation was improvised and involved a lot of talk wi...
On Cruelty-Free Advising: An Organizational Philosophy
High-quality academic advising has long been recognized as a significant factor in student satisfaction, retention, and overall positive outcomes. However, the theories and philosophies guiding individual advising interactions have received more attention than the guiding principles behind the devel
You-Belong-Here-Making-Diversity-Equity-and-Inclusion-a-Mission-in-the-Classroom.pdf
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Recap: What Instructors Need to Know When Working with Neurodivergent Students - Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
by Liz Norell, associate director of instructional support In our August 8 blog, we shared a preview of our September 8 workshop on supporting neurodivergent students, including the following definitions of key terms: Neurodivergent: a person with a brain that processes information in a way different from most individuals. Neurotypical: a person with a brain […]
Six Approaches for Sharing Assignment Due Dates
Taking steps to ensure students stay on track with assigned course work and being a student success-supporting instructor.
Three ways to structure classroom group work successfully (opinion)
Throwing students into groups without an accountability system rigs such work against them, writes Christina Katopodis, but we can transform it by thoughtfully structuring it in equitable ways.
Universal-Design-for-Learning-UDL-for-Inclusion-Diversity-Equity-and-Accessibility-IDEA-1646142893.pdf
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HEQCOs-Dialogues-on-Universal-Design-for-Learning-UDL-2.pdf
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Connections Are Everything, with Isis Artze-Vega and Oscar Miranda Tapia – Teaching in Higher Ed
Isis Artze-Vega and Oscar Miranda Tapia discuss Connections Are Everything on episode 482 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast
Mastery Assessment with Eden Tanner - Intentional Teaching
On today’s episode, I talk with Eden about her experiment with mastery assessment. Eden is an assistant professor of chemistry and biochemistry at the University of Mississippi. Eden had been changing up her grading practices for a few semest...
Using a Graphic Syllabus (And Why I Think It Works) — Teachers Going Gradeless
For Middlebury College professor, Greg Pask, a graphic syllabus is a chance to establish the tone he wants for a course. Instead of treating the syllabus as a list of rules, penalties, and a code of conduct, the graphic syllabus communicates a “welcome to learning” invitation. And although a graphic
Stephanie Gilbert on Loss, Grief, and Academia - the agile academic
In this special episode of the agile academic, Dr. Stephanie Gilbert and I discuss our grief experiences and her research on bereavement in the workplace.
What a Cool Syllabus…But is It Accessible?
Making a syllabus that reflects your interests can make that hard work more enjoyable for you and offer many benefits to your students. Happy creating!
Four Ways to Inspire Humble Curiosity in Your Students
Humility and curiosity can encourage students to be passionate about learning and open to others’ perspectives.
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Friday Videos: Building Relationships and Community in Class
Michelle L. Boettcher, Clemson University Key Statement: A short video each week is one way to build community, provide support, and connect with students in teaching any course. Keywords: Videos, Classroom Community, Storytelling Introduction In the midst of the pandemic, students were struggling to keep up with online academic work in conjunction with their fears, isolation, distraction, and desperation related to COVID-19. Of course, it was not just the students; I was struggling, as were my
Group Project Horror Stories — and How to Avoid Them - EdSurge News
If you’ve ever been a student, then you’ve probably done a group project at some point. And you most likely also have a horror story about a group ...
insidehighered.com-Academic Alerts Waver in Success Throughout Semester.pdf
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A Student and a Teacher Try to Untangle Why Group Work Is, Well, Terrible - EdSurge News
This educator uses a tech strategy to teach collaboration.
Katie Rose Guest Pryal on Mental Health, Neurodiversity, and Being Well - the agile academic
On season 4 episode 6 of the agile academic, I’m joined Dr. Katie Rose Guest Pryal, law professor, speaker, and author. We talk about neurodiversity and mental health, stigma in higher ed, and being well.
The case for describing race in alternative text attributes.pdf
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Three questions for Kevin McClure on "The Caring University"
A conversation about the book Kevin is writing on the university as a workplace.
chronicle.com-The Student-Success Strategy Right in Front of You.pdf
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A Recipe for Student Success
The following list of ingredients will provide valuable insights and practical tips to help students thrive in the classroom and unlock the umami flavor of success.
Using Memes as a Teaching Tool — The Learning Scientists
I’m sure you have done this before or seen it in presentations: That funny meme on a slide to make it more engaging. My first thought would go to seductive details and how adding irrelevant, but funny details can hinder learning. We have blogged and talked about this before ( here and here ). Howe
Designing Inclusive Syllabi: Getting Started Checklist_TNoah_Public
Designing Inclusive Syllabi: Getting Started Checklist Created by Tolulope (Tolu) Noah, Ed.D. (@DrToluNoah) Based on the books, Inclusive Teaching (Hogan & Sathy, 2022) & The Norton Guide to Equity-Minded Teaching (Artze-Vega, Darby, Dewsbury, & Imad, 2023) Tone & Language Use warm, support...
Lessons in Life and Retrieval Practice, with Pooja Agarwal – Teaching in Higher Ed
Pooja Agarwal shares about lessons in life and retrieval practice on episode 479 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast
insidehighered.com-How to get college students to read the whole syllabus.pdf