Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Amid the technological advancements shaping education, the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and conversational agents like ChatGPT have further expanded the possibilities for learning and communication (Alam, 2023). ChatGPT can serve as a virtual tutor, providing immediate and on-demand support to students.

Communication 135

Communication Ethics Intelligence Learning 135

Edsurge

JUNE 25, 2020

but the ability for me to read their faces and read their body language, all of those kinds of things that a good instructor is doing, doesn't work as well on Zoom. In the mathematics department, we're very committed to active learning. We basically start with active learning and work our way backward from there.

Lecturing 177

Lecturing Instructors Communication Questions 177

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 1, 2023

Amid the technological advancements shaping education, the emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and conversational agents like ChatGPT have further expanded the possibilities for learning and communication (Alam, 2023). ChatGPT can serve as a virtual tutor, providing immediate and on-demand support to students.

Communication 111

Communication Ethics Intelligence Learning 111

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2019

From the very start of digital education, the big question has always been: ”How can students learn effectively, if they’re not face-to-face with their instructors?” I’d send instructors off into virtual classrooms, practically on their own, with little or no support. Sink or swim. million students.

Online Learning 153

Online Learning Lecturing Learning Instructors 153

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

What do you think is important for an instructor to do when using classroom response systems (polling software or clickers)? Studies have suggested that these tools, which allow students to respond in real time to questions provided by an instructor, can improve student learning. Select all that apply. What’s the consequence?

Instructors 140

Instructors Multiple Choice Questions Course Design Discussions 140

Edsurge

DECEMBER 30, 2018

2019: Reading Ahead At education conferences, we often hear discussions about new teaching models and faculty who are engaging students in experiential learning, authentic assessment and team-based approaches.

Authentic Assessment 151

Authentic Assessment Instructors Textbooks Lecturing 151

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 6, 2024

It is quite possible to increase the number of seats in a well-designed online class, but for online instructors to build and facilitate student centered courses based on active learning and inclusive pedagogy, there are some important considerations. 2016, Fischer et al.

Instructors 116

Instructors Course Design Students Authentic Assessment 116

Faculty Focus

MAY 14, 2023

The effectiveness of online learning heavily depends on the level of interaction between instructors and students within virtual classrooms. When students are actively engaged, they have a tendency to perform better and retain information more efficiently.

Instructors 116

Instructors Quizzes Students Assignments 116

eSchool News

AUGUST 27, 2024

Approaches to handle bullying: Enforcing rules around behavior in schools, establishing communications between families and schools, and having open conversations about bullying with children have been shown to decrease bullying. The COVID effect has impacted students’ communication, critical thinking, and motivation.

Schools 337

Schools Coaching STEM Evaluation 337

Scholarly Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Rachel Thelen , The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Noelle Haight , Occupational Therapist and Educator Julia VanderMolen , University of the Pacific Key Statement: Four helpful tips, including backwards design, for the new instructor looking to (re)design their course. Many new instructors face this what now?

Instructors 52

Instructors Curriculum Quizzes Lecturing 52

Edsurge

JULY 11, 2019

It includes a video tool where students can interact with one another, and which allows instructors to break up large classes into small-group discussions of up to 12 students. He says Forum is designed to support an “active-learning” pedagogical approach where an instructor (or a TA) engages every student and provides timely feedback.

Instructors 154

Instructors Schools Lecturing Testing 154

Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Furthermore, teaching should aim to prepare students for active civic engagement. Increasingly, instructors report difficulty maintaining students attention, citing ever-present distractions like smartphones, laptops, and a relentless stream of digital notifications. Yet these are not the only factors at play.

Syllabus 104

Syllabus Instructors Learning Confidentiality 104

Faculty Focus

MAY 25, 2023

The difficulties in student engagement with instructor-directed reading, both in terms of the amount of reading undertaken and the participation and benefit from in-class discussion around readings, can be a prevalent problem. Bovill et al., academic journal article or specific industry press).

Discussions 115

Discussions Reading Instructors Lecturing 115

eSchool News

APRIL 5, 2024

Key points: Traditional classroom learning is now modernizing Debates remain about online vs. classroom learning Stay up to date on the latest in classroom learning trends Classroom learning remains a cornerstone of education, fostering a dynamic environment where students engage with peers and instructors in real-time.

Learning 130

Learning eLearning Instructors Learning Styles 130

Faculty Focus

APRIL 20, 2025

For any task that feels impossible, adding pieces of social engagement and active learning can be a significant variable toward success. Anything but Text Personalize your communication with avatars, emojis, Animojis, Memojis, Bitmojis, whatever it takes. Everything you wanted to know about micro-learning [Web log post].

Online Learning 93

Online Learning Activities Multidisciplinary Teaching 93

Faculty Focus

MAY 13, 2025

Furthermore, teaching should aim to prepare students for active civic engagement. Increasingly, instructors report difficulty maintaining students attention, citing ever-present distractions like smartphones, laptops, and a relentless stream of digital notifications. Yet these are not the only factors at play.

Syllabus 97

Syllabus Instructors Learning Confidentiality 97

Edsurge

MARCH 18, 2019

But faculty can provide opportunities for students to find common ground with one another—and instructors. Instructors should remember to convey emotion with chats. Instructors should remember to convey emotion with chats. Not all community-building occurs in real-time. Use active learning techniques.

Failure 135

Failure Instructors Discussions Culture 135

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 6, 2024

It is quite possible to increase the number of seats in a well-designed online class, but for online instructors to build and facilitate student centered courses based on active learning and inclusive pedagogy, there are some important considerations. 2016, Fischer et al.

Instructors 98

Instructors Course Design Students Authentic Assessment 98

Edsurge

JANUARY 13, 2017

Peripheral connections through Bluetooth and Wi-Fi enable devices to track our movements and communicate faster to improve our productivity, fitness or health. Smart courses reflect the shift toward an emerging field called Learning Experience Design. Emphasize Learning-by-Doing. Designed Adaptivity.

Multiple Choice Questions 131

Multiple Choice Questions Instructors Textbooks Feedback 131

eSchool News

APRIL 20, 2021

The CoderZ professional development program introduces instructors to the concepts of teaching computer science and computational thinking using an online tool. Participants learn robotics and coding best practices as well as strategies to successfully leverage a graphic programming interface.

Science 137

Science Teachers Evaluation STEM 137

Faculty Focus

MAY 14, 2023

The effectiveness of online learning heavily depends on the level of interaction between instructors and students within virtual classrooms. When students are actively engaged, they have a tendency to perform better and retain information more efficiently.

Instructors 96

Instructors Quizzes Students Assignments 96

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 21, 2018

Students get the best of both worlds where they can engage the instructor and other students but still have the flexibility of online work,” said White. eTextbooks, multimedia learning objects, OER, all class materials, organic (social) class communications, discussion, collaborative learning assignments—everything must be mobile-perfect.”

eLearning 149

eLearning Instructors Participation Discussions 149

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

Core strategies addressed in all programming include the intersectionality of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), trauma-informed pedagogy, clarity, flexibility, diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist pedagogy. Described below are three ways that instructors support student well-being and mental health. Active learning.

Syllabus 131

Syllabus Exams Instructors Assignments 131

Faculty Focus

MAY 25, 2023

The difficulties in student engagement with instructor-directed reading, both in terms of the amount of reading undertaken and the participation and benefit from in-class discussion around readings, can be a prevalent problem. Bovill et al., academic journal article or specific industry press).

Discussions 95

Discussions Reading Instructors Lecturing 95

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Active Learning: From Fear to Engagement Fear of failure can stifle creativity and learning. Active learning strategies help students take risks and engage deeply with material in a low-pressure environment. What to avoid: Grading active learning activities as if they were summative assessments is inappropriate.

Plagiarism 118

Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 118

Faculty Focus

APRIL 20, 2025

For any task that feels impossible, adding pieces of social engagement and active learning can be a significant variable toward success. Anything but Text Personalize your communication with avatars, emojis, Animojis, Memojis, Bitmojis, whatever it takes. Everything you wanted to know about micro-learning [Web log post].

Online Learning 78

Online Learning Activities Multidisciplinary Teaching 78

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

In a large classroom, instructors often face challenges in creating personal connections with students, maintaining attention, and ensuring active participation (Wang & Calvano, 2022). To address the disparity between in-person and remote students, instructors can implement strategies that ensure both groups feel equally engaged.

Teaching 82

Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 82

Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2023

Finally, it was found that it is best to accommodate students within their learning style preferences and capabilities (Hawk & Shah, 2007). The use of one or more learning style instrument should be given to students so instructors can better develop learning activities. IGI Global. Laseinde, O.

Learning Styles 111

Learning Styles Instructors Education Learning 111

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

In a large classroom, instructors often face challenges in creating personal connections with students, maintaining attention, and ensuring active participation (Wang & Calvano, 2022). To address the disparity between in-person and remote students, instructors can implement strategies that ensure both groups feel equally engaged.

Teaching 79

Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 79

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Online platforms should facilitate easy communication and collaboration among students. Interactive and Inclusive Teaching Practices Effective online teaching requires strategies that actively engage students and accommodate diverse learning needs. References Aspelin, Jonas. Educational Philosophy and Theory 53, no.

Accessibility 105

Accessibility Disabilities Education Culture 105

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Active Learning: From Fear to Engagement Fear of failure can stifle creativity and learning. Active learning strategies help students take risks and engage deeply with material in a low-pressure environment. What to avoid: Grading active learning activities as if they were summative assessments is inappropriate.

Plagiarism 98

Plagiarism Syllabus Ethics Feedback 98

Teach Hub

MARCH 4, 2024

Strategies for Boosting Student Participation Creating an environment where students feel comfortable and confident enough to participate in classroom activities and discussions requires intentional strategies. The most widely used strategies use the active learning approach.

Participation 104

Participation Students Discussions Quizzes 104

Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2023

Finally, it was found that it is best to accommodate students within their learning style preferences and capabilities (Hawk & Shah, 2007). The use of one or more learning style instrument should be given to students so instructors can better develop learning activities. IGI Global. Laseinde, O.

Learning Styles 95

Learning Styles Instructors Education Learning 95

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Online platforms should facilitate easy communication and collaboration among students. Interactive and Inclusive Teaching Practices Effective online teaching requires strategies that actively engage students and accommodate diverse learning needs. References Aspelin, Jonas. Educational Philosophy and Theory 53, no.

Accessibility 98

Accessibility Disabilities Education Culture 98

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

Core strategies addressed in all programming include the intersectionality of Universal Design for Learning (UDL), trauma-informed pedagogy, clarity, flexibility, diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racist pedagogy. Described below are three ways that instructors support student well-being and mental health. Active learning.

Syllabus 97

Syllabus Exams Instructors Assignments 97

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2024

Moreover, when individuals can engage in dialog around a topic, they are likelier to engage with and retain the material being discussed and take greater responsibility for their learning. In the online environment, many learning management systems have a breakout room feature (e.g., Communication Education, 65 (2), 129–48.

Motivation 101

Motivation Instructors Discussions Lecturing 101

Ask a Tech Teacher

JUNE 13, 2018

There are two ways of delivery of online learning which are through a) asynchronous or self-paced b) synchronous or instructor-led online courses. Group discussions are always encouraged as a part of social learning. Online discussion boards help groups in communicating with each other asynchronously. Discussion Boards.

Gamification 105

Gamification Teaching Teachers Blended Learning 105