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Friday, February 10, 2017

Teaching & Learning Links of the Week: February 10, 2017

A roundup of four intriguing posts and articles from around the Internet.

Lowering the Stakes With Online Writing

Engaging students in introductory composition courses can be challenging. This post details one instructor's success in increasing students' engagement (and performance) through the use of low-stakes writing assignments on Tumblr.

https://www.insidehighered.com/blogs/gradhacker/lowering-stakes-online-writing-case-study

Assessment Strategies for the Flipped Classroom

Successfully teaching a flipped class requires regular use of assessment to gauge the degree to which students are prepared to engage in in-class learning experiences. This article provides four strategies for conducting assessment in the flipped classroom.

http://www.facultyfocus.com/resources/blended-and-flipped/grading-feedback/four-strategies-effective-assessment-flipped-learning-environment/

Designing a Humanities Lab

Who says scientific disciplines are the only ones that can or should have laboratories? This post discusses the formation of a lab in the humanities and the positive impact the lab has had on students' learning and engagement.

http://www.chronicle.com/article/Designing-a-Lab-in-the/239132

Two Myths About Teaching and Learning

This brief blog post discusses two elements of "common knowledge" about teaching and learning that, while commonly believed, are not supported by empirical evidence. It includes links to additional information for those interested.

http://teachinginhighered.com/2017/02/01/2-persistent-myths-teaching-learning/

Thursday, January 26, 2017

Teaching & Learning Links of the Week Jan. 27, 2017

A roundup of four intriguing or informative posts and articles from around the internet:

“The Benefits of Peer Learning”

Peer teaching (where students learn from and with each other) is one approach among many available to teachers to promote learning. Students generally feel safer asking other students and they speak each other’s language. When this approach is selected purposefully, and planned and evaluated carefully, it leads to improved learning experience.

https://goo.gl/SujZIA

“3 Ways You Can Use Name Tags to Engage Students”

Many faculty have students use name tags or table tents on the first day of class to reduce anonymity and establish rapport. In this post, the author shares three ways to improve engagement and collaboration among students using name tags. For example. Use different name tag colors to instantly form groups or pick students with different name tag color to answer questions.

https://goo.gl/OcZ8NS

“Bridging the Gap between Pre-Work and In-Class Sessions in the Flipped Classroom”

In flipped classroom, students do pre-class preparation and come to class to apply content or solve problems related to what they have prepared. In this article, the author shares four different low-tech strategies that can help your students connect with your classroom pre-work; 1) class discussion points, 2) case studies, 3) students as teachers and 4) birds of a feather.

https://goo.gl/KXiPu2

“How to Undermine Your Own Authority”

The author argues that we need to convince students that they should learn for themselves and not just for the grade. He suggests giving students some ownership and control over the course, which means we have to give up some of our control. Some interesting tips to undermine your own authority and give students control are offered.

https://chroniclevitae.com/news/1670-how-to-undermine-your-own-authority

Friday, September 30, 2016

Teaching and Learning Links of the Week: September 30, 2016

Teaching & Learning Links to See This Week

A roundup of four intriguing or informative posts and articles from the around the internet:

"The Mentoring Buck Stops Here"

Often, being a good mentor for students means more than just "being approachable."

https://chroniclevitae.com/news/1552-the-mentoring-buck-stops-here

"The Flipped Classroom Unplugged: Three Tech-Free Strategies for Engaging Students"

Many instructors cite their perceived lack of creativity as one barrier to flipping the classroom. In this final article in a series on the flipped classroom, take a look at three less intimidating ways to engage students creatively.

http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/blended-flipped-learning/flipped-classroom-unplugged-three-tech-free-strategies-engaging-students/

"Classrooms are Getting a Makeoever to Accommodate New Forms of Teaching"

A look at new flexible classroom spaces used to facilitate active learning, and the ways in which faculty are using them.

http://www.universityaffairs.ca/features/feature-article/student-centred-active-learning-gaining-popularity/

"Five Ways to Teach Students to Be Learning Centered, Too"

Have you made an effort to make student learning a priority in your courses, but the same can't be said of your students? Use these five tips to help steer them in the right direction.

http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/teaching-and-learning/five-ways-to-teach-students-to-be-learning-centered-too/

Do you know of an interesting article that you would like to share with the ATLE community? Let us know! Email atle@usf.edu

Monday, May 18, 2015

Teaching and Learning Links to See: May 18, 2015

Teaching & Learning Links to See This Week

We're back after a brief hiatus with a few articles to start your Summer!

A roundup of five intriguing or informative posts and articles from the around the internet:

"An exercise to Reduce Public Speaking Anxiety and Create Community in the Classroom"

Are your students reluctant to speak or present projects in front of the class? Consider using this icebreaker.

http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/teaching-and-learning/an-exercise-to-reduce-public-speaking-anxiety-and-create-community-in-the-classroom/

"Cheating Inadvertently"

How do you define plagiarism? It may differ from how it is defined by students and by your colleagues.

http://chronicle.com/article/Cheating-Inadvertently/229883/

"Teaching Science so it Sticks"

The University of Oregon and other institutions are aiming to make introductory science courses engaging, not intimidating, through the use of a variety of active learning strategies and course re-designs.

http://chronicle.com/article/Teaching-Science-So-It-Sticks/229881/

"Critical Thinking Toolbox: How to Brainstorm"

Six elements of the perfect brainstorm session.

http://www.edutopia.org/blog/critical-thinking-toolbox-brainstorm-hans-nathaniel-bluedorn

"Professor and Students Share Reactions to the Flipped Classroom"

Advice from one professor (as well as insights from a few students) on the course design strategies and other factors to consider when taking on a flipped classroom.

http://www.facultyfocus.com/articles/teaching-with-technology-articles/professor-and-students-share-reactions-to-the-flipped-classroom/

Do you know of an interesting article that you would like to share with the ATLE community? Let us know! Email atle@usf.edu