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The Art of Collaboration: Designing Assignments That Work

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Dr. Ana Figueroa is an assistant professor of education at the University of Tampa and the Lead Instructor of the Education Foundations and Human Exceptionalities courses in the undergraduate program. The post The Art of Collaboration: Designing Assignments That Work appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.

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The Art of Collaboration: Designing Assignments That Work

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Dr. Ana Figueroa is an assistant professor of education at the University of Tampa and the Lead Instructor of the Education Foundations and Human Exceptionalities courses in the undergraduate program. The post The Art of Collaboration: Designing Assignments That Work appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.

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My Journey in Alternative Grading: From Curiosity to Clarity

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At the same time, COVID-19 forced many seasoned instructors to grapple with assessing their students, making alternative assessment more mainstream. I came to alternative assessment alongside many other instructors as COVID-19 forced seasoned instructors to grapple with assessment policies. West Virginia University Press, 2020.

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Is the Traditional Classroom Becoming Obsolete?

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Without face-to-face communication, building relationships with peers and instructors becomes challenging, hindering collaboration and support. Teacher Roles in Modern Education The role of teachers in modern education is evolving rapidly, necessitating a shift from traditional instructor-led models to more facilitative approaches.

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Building Connections and Shaping Futures by Fostering Cohort Success

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Spencer, PhD is a Professor of Biology, the Principal Investigator of Project SCALE, and Interim Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at Texas Womans University. The post Building Connections and Shaping Futures by Fostering Cohort Success appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.

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How to Make Online Learning More Engaging and Effective for Students

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Whether it’s a short video, digital art, a song, or a presentation, expressing knowledge in a format they enjoy can boost engagement and retention. With the right tools and a little preparedness, you can partner with instructors to create a sense of community as strong as a physical classroom’s.

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Pandemic graduates: They had no prom, no pomp and circumstance, and started college on Zoom

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And the university introduced a freshman course with tips on identifying their interests, participating in campus events and even asking instructors for help. Students welcomed low-key gatherings such as video nights or arts-and-crafts sessions. Maribel Gamez-Reyes: College application panic Maribel Gamez-Reyes’ senior year at St.

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