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NOVEMBER 3, 2015

There are a number of free typing tutors on the web which are most useful when it comes to typing lessons, typing practice and typing tests. The platform is also interactive and encourages activities like games. There are many typing tutor programs that have been specifically designed to aid in typing and even give typing tests.

Instructors 125

Instructors Course Outline Testing Curriculum 125

Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 10, 2017

I used traditional grading practices, assessing student progress through quizzes, tests, project, midterms and finals each year. As part of another iteration, I started visually distinguishing required and optional activities, and embedded goal setting and reflections throughout.

Syllabus 159

Syllabus Learning Course Outline History 159

Faculty Focus

APRIL 18, 2023

I support both groups by engaging the synchronous students in activities and discussions during our time together and posting a recording of the session for those who do not attend. Flexible proctored test dates. Educators would need to offer multiple days/times for proctored tests. Flextime for students and educators.

Exams 111

Exams Course Design Assignments Learning 111

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Do you have a system or standard process for prepping a course youve taught before? Early in my career, one chapter per week described my course outline. While many of my colleagues administer tests immediately before break, I schedule the third exam three weeks later. Where do you start? It wasnt an effective system.

Syllabus 105

Syllabus Exams Course Outline Attention 105

Faculty Focus

APRIL 18, 2023

I support both groups by engaging the synchronous students in activities and discussions during our time together and posting a recording of the session for those who do not attend. Flexible proctored test dates. Educators would need to offer multiple days/times for proctored tests. Flextime for students and educators.

Exams 97

Exams Course Design Assignments Learning 97

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 15, 2024

Do you have a system or standard process for prepping a course youve taught before? Early in my career, one chapter per week described my course outline. While many of my colleagues administer tests immediately before break, I schedule the third exam three weeks later. Where do you start? It wasnt an effective system.

Syllabus 94

Syllabus Exams Course Outline Attention 94

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 17, 2023

Do you have a system or standard process for prepping a course you’ve taught before? Early in my career, “one chapter per week” described my course outline. While many of my colleagues administer tests immediately before break, I schedule the third exam three weeks later. Where do you start? It wasn’t an effective system.

Exams 109

Exams Syllabus Course Outline Attention 109