eSchool News

OCTOBER 25, 2024

I typically assign a hefty 20-page final project in my STEM course, but I decided to take a more playful and hands-on approach for this group of students. My motivation was simple: I wanted to help the class build confidence in teaching STEAM concepts. This is a key consideration as I continue refining my courses for future educators.

Teaching

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

The following includes a few strategies and examples to ensure clarity: A clear, inclusive syllabus with a course calendar of class activities, routines, materials, links to rubrics, etc. Clear expectations for all assignments, homework, activities, etc. Wisner, 2022). A clear agenda for each class.

Syllabus

Edsurge

MARCH 7, 2024

The AI agents will also be fed information from the course syllabi and turn in assignments. Brott says he has experimented with ChatGPT on a few assignments for classes. The concept is: What if a syllabus was something that students could ask questions of rather than a static document? “If

Intelligence

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Often, collaborative experiences are assigned without careful regard for the collaborative culture they aim to cultivate. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1512 (1), 29–45. Behavioral Sciences,12 (12), 511. Achieving meaningful collaborative experiences demands specific considerations that are frequently disregarded.

Culture

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Scaffolded assignments: Break significant projects into smaller, more manageable parts, such as proposals, annotated bibliographies, and rough drafts, to reduce student anxiety and provide opportunities for meaningful feedback at each step, improving learning outcomes (Ambrose, 2010). McDonough, M., Okoroafor, N., Teachers College Press.

Plagiarism

Faculty Focus

MARCH 14, 2023

The following includes a few strategies and examples to ensure clarity: A clear, inclusive syllabus with a course calendar of class activities, routines, materials, links to rubrics, etc. Clear expectations for all assignments, homework, activities, etc. Wisner, 2022). A clear agenda for each class.

Syllabus

Edsurge

APRIL 18, 2018

It’s easier to provide a syllabus with structured projects and assignments that have assigned due dates and clear grading parameters. By placing the structure in the purpose of the assignment, I opened up more possibilities. There were my guidelines.

Teaching

Edsurge

MARCH 6, 2019

It’s a rediscovery of uninterrupted reading,” Peña-Guzman said last Friday while pulling up slides about the assigned readings. David Peña-Guzman Peña-Guzman researches the philosophy of science, technology and other subjects. His answer is simply class participation, plus in-class and take-home writing assignments.

Reading

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 21, 2025

Scaffolded assignments: Break significant projects into smaller, more manageable parts, such as proposals, annotated bibliographies, and rough drafts, to reduce student anxiety and provide opportunities for meaningful feedback at each step, improving learning outcomes (Ambrose, 2010). McDonough, M., Okoroafor, N., Teachers College Press.

Plagiarism

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Often, collaborative experiences are assigned without careful regard for the collaborative culture they aim to cultivate. Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 1512 (1), 29–45. Behavioral Sciences,12 (12), 511. Achieving meaningful collaborative experiences demands specific considerations that are frequently disregarded.

Culture

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

These questions draw from information on the syllabus (which they are provided with the week before we meet) as well as general trivia like what’s Netflix’s most watched series, what is the most desired corporate stock, etc. But I do try to make those assignments as engaging as possible. Newbury, Peter. PeterNewbury.org.

Exams

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

These questions draw from information on the syllabus (which they are provided with the week before we meet) as well as general trivia like what’s Netflix’s most watched series, what is the most desired corporate stock, etc. But I do try to make those assignments as engaging as possible. Newbury, Peter. PeterNewbury.org.

Exams

Faculty Focus

JUNE 13, 2023

These lessons include: Integrating self-care and self-awareness Demonstrating a heartfelt, compassionate, and generous approach Developing perspective Ensuring relevance and application to assignments Self-care and self-awareness “Your body is like day-old rice. If the assignment did not align, I deleted it.

Teaching

Scholarly Teacher

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

One theme on building critical consciousness explored in our program is the presence of implicit linguistic biases in course syllabi and assignment designs. What does the language in the syllabus/assignment assume about students (e.g., language choices for turning in assignments? would be in serious trouble.

Teaching

Faculty Focus

MARCH 7, 2024

First, I told students via my syllabus that if I received a report saying a paper had AI content, they could be considered to be cheating if they could not provide proof of authorship. Popular Science. Viewing student progress (draft) for an assignment. link] student-progress-draft-for-an-assignment/idi-p/374977 Verson history.

Academic Integrity

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 5, 2025

For example: designing and promoting the use of a syllabus template, aligning objectives with outcomes, promoting multimodal teaching, offering professional development workshops, serving on faculty committees, implementing accreditation standards, publishing articles, and scheduling specialized one-on-ones with faculty. References Binder, M.

Schools

Faculty Focus

MARCH 7, 2024

First, I told students via my syllabus that if I received a report saying a paper had AI content, they could be considered to be cheating if they could not provide proof of authorship. Popular Science. Viewing student progress (draft) for an assignment. link] student-progress-draft-for-an-assignment/idi-p/374977 Verson history.

Academic Integrity

Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 24, 2018

Every student is assigned a tutor who is available to answer questions if needed. These include hard science, math, and math-intensive classes like macroeconomics. pick your teacher and section (if available) and then upload your syllabus. Practice questions monitor understanding to see if you’re ready for summative tests.

Textbooks

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

Students always take four courses, and the faculty have designed the assignments and the courses around themes. That includes humanities, social science, STEM and communications, but all of those classes are maybe working on the senses for six weeks or immigration for eight weeks. This is what we're calling an integrated curriculum.

Education

Edsurge

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Each assignment should have a clear purpose, a description of the task, and associated criteria for how the work will be graded. Be clear with students about the purpose of office hours in the syllabus and each time an invitation is extended to join you. We should bring that same emphasis on transparency into office hours.

Students

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

With $90M awarded to OpenStax which was received from the National Science Foundation to enhance their library, I’m sure the resources will only get better. From a Pokémon-themed syllabus to a ‘Squid Games’ escape room, she loves integrating pop culture into her assignments to make learning fun and memorable.

Textbooks

Faculty Focus

JULY 27, 2023

They provide a quick way to access a webpage that could be the syllabus, a poll, a list of resources, or a shared online space for a brainstorming activity. Then, the instructor proceeds to conduct a short lecture where course materials such as the syllabus, slides, or videos might be shared with everyone through a QR code (see Figure 1).

Student Engagement

Edsurge

JULY 7, 2022

The syllabus is structured to inspire confidence and courage. They write brief papers and give short oral reports, building skills and stamina they eventually will need to complete and present a capstone research project, their final assignment before they graduate. She was preparing to audition for a performing arts scholarship.

Students

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 5, 2025

For example: designing and promoting the use of a syllabus template, aligning objectives with outcomes, promoting multimodal teaching, offering professional development workshops, serving on faculty committees, implementing accreditation standards, publishing articles, and scheduling specialized one-on-ones with faculty. References Binder, M.

Schools

Faculty Focus

JUNE 18, 2024

Humanize to Optimize The main focus of humanized teaching is to apply learning science and culturally responsive teaching to the world of asynchronous online courses with the goal of creating an inclusive, equitable class climate for all students. I would love for you to provide feedback on my graded assignments.” “I

Instructors

Faculty Focus

JUNE 18, 2024

Humanize to Optimize The main focus of humanized teaching is to apply learning science and culturally responsive teaching to the world of asynchronous online courses with the goal of creating an inclusive, equitable class climate for all students. I would love for you to provide feedback on my graded assignments.” “I

Instructors

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Should you redesign your academic integrity syllabus statement or does your current one suffice? Should you change the way you give exams and design assignments? Redesigning assignments can reduce the potential for cheating with AI. Redesigning assignments can reduce the potential for cheating with AI.

Academic Integrity

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 1, 2023

Should you redesign your academic integrity syllabus statement or does your current one suffice? Should you change the way you give exams and design assignments? Redesigning assignments can reduce the potential for cheating with AI. Redesigning assignments can reduce the potential for cheating with AI.

Academic Integrity

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

With $90M awarded to OpenStax which was received from the National Science Foundation to enhance their library, I’m sure the resources will only get better. From a Pokémon-themed syllabus to a ‘Squid Games’ escape room, she loves integrating pop culture into her assignments to make learning fun and memorable.

Textbooks

Scholarly Teacher

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Instead of assigning grades, ungrading focuses on other methods of assessment and feedback that emphasize learning, growth, and personal development (Clark & Talbert, 2023). Tips Tip 1: Define and describe in your syllabus. For example, you could use engagement, assignments, and tests/quizzes. 8 vs. 10 points).

Syllabus

Faculty Focus

JUNE 11, 2023

Our class, “Banned Books and School Policy,” related to education, of course, but also touched on sociology, political science, history, English literature, religion, and public policy. Include raucous and hands-on learning experiences One of the culminating assignments for the class was an in-class, highly structured debate.

Critical Thinking

EAB

AUGUST 9, 2023

Blogs Enhancing a sense of belonging in the classroom August 9, 2023 Dr. Anisa Hansen Professor of Pharmacy Practice and Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for the College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Drake University The views and opinions expressed are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views or opinions of EAB.

Peer Review

Edsurge

OCTOBER 24, 2019

Today, OpenStax—part tech startup, part publishing house, part cognitive science research lab—has a library of three dozen titles. Since professors typically require use of these tools to participate in class, students complain that they are essentially being charged to turn in their assignments. colleges use at least one.

Textbooks

Edsurge

OCTOBER 31, 2017

Some people might just say, "No, these are assignments that are useful." The stuff isn't rocket science. Once that's there, I think the ways that it comes across, it can be as early as in my syllabus and on our LMS site. In my non-majors Intro course, those sorts of things are awfully time consuming. You have to actually care.

Teaching

Faculty Focus

MAY 15, 2025

From Curiosity to Campuswide Inquiry The project began in two large general education courses I teach at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign: FSHN 101: The Science of Food and FSHN 120: Contemporary Nutrition. A reworded syllabus, an anonymous feedback survey, or a mid-semester check-in can shift a students entire trajectory.

Disabilities

Scholarly Teacher

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Implementation and Strategies The first year I utilized cogen, I integrated these dialogues into my syllabus. Depending on the size of the class and how often you meet, you could assign students one or two cogen sessions for 30 to 60 minutes. Applications of teaching practices espoused by the learning sciences to higher education.

Teaching

k12 Online Schools

MAY 12, 2025

This community produces short, impactful educational content on everything from science facts to mental health tips. Classroom Integration: Many schools now assign TED Talks as homework or discussion starters. How Algorithms Create Learning Paths (Without a Syllabus) At their core, social media algorithms aim to keep users engaged.

Online Learning