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How Do You Grade a Creative Assignment?

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—From Brian Plummer, adjunct history professor at Vanguard University Dear Brian, You have posed such vital questions. Your pursuit of this kind of assignment reminds me of an interview I did for the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast with Ken Bain , author of "What the Best College Teachers Do."

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How Colleges Can Improve Accessibility In Remote Courses

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But now that so many students are taking courses remotely, in improvised environments that may not be especially conducive to learning, it may take some extra effort to redesign instruction, assignments and assessments to address everyone’s needs. Jennifer, as an instructional designer, are there particular concerns that you look out for?

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Three Strategies that Support Student Well-Being and Mental Health

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Integral to these efforts, the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) designed and delivered several faculty development opportunities focusing on research-based teaching and learning strategies that support student mental health and well-being. Clear expectations for all assignments, homework, activities, etc.

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The 3 Biggest Remote Teaching Concerns We Need to Solve Now

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Educators should also use the Universal Design for Learning framework from CAST as a guide for creating inclusive educational experiences for remote learners. Using the Universal Design for Learning principles, previously mentioned, is a good place to start. choosing which tools to use to display their understanding).

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Three Strategies that Support Student Well-Being and Mental Health

Faculty Focus

Integral to these efforts, the Center for Educational Innovation (CEI) designed and delivered several faculty development opportunities focusing on research-based teaching and learning strategies that support student mental health and well-being. Clear expectations for all assignments, homework, activities, etc.

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Enhancing Access, Engagement, and Inclusion in Online Education

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Access: Building Bridges to Opportunity Accessible Course Design Accessibility in online education goes beyond compliance with legal requirements. It involves designing courses that accommodate diverse learning needs and preferences. Discussion boards, reflective assignments, and peer reviews can facilitate this exchange.

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Enhancing Access, Engagement, and Inclusion in Online Education

Faculty Focus

Access: Building Bridges to Opportunity Accessible Course Design Accessibility in online education goes beyond compliance with legal requirements. It involves designing courses that accommodate diverse learning needs and preferences. Discussion boards, reflective assignments, and peer reviews can facilitate this exchange.