Faculty Focus

AUGUST 15, 2024

Those statements, such as “The instructor conveyed course content clearly” and “The instructor graded fairly,” allow students to assess what the instructor has already done. But I’m not daunted by the work to come, because the biggest challenge is behind me: acknowledging that I still have much to learn about teaching.

Learning Outcomes 64

Learning Outcomes Instructors Learning Teaching Philosophy 64

Teachers Pay Teachers

APRIL 14, 2025

Remember why you got into teaching in the first place, and embrace your teaching philosophy instead of getting buried under administrative duties. Plan low-prep or no-prep units that keep students engaged while preventing a grading pile-up for you (and plan as far into the future as you can).

Teachers 52

Teachers Teaching Philosophy Grades Assignments 52

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 15, 2024

Those statements, such as “The instructor conveyed course content clearly” and “The instructor graded fairly,” allow students to assess what the instructor has already done. But I’m not daunted by the work to come, because the biggest challenge is behind me: acknowledging that I still have much to learn about teaching.

Learning Outcomes 59

Learning Outcomes Instructors Learning Teaching Philosophy 59

Edsurge

MARCH 26, 2019

It’s often said that teaching and learning doesn’t always take place in the classroom—some of the most important lessons are learned on the playground, in the street, on the job or somewhere else. Next up is Sandra McConnell, a retired fifth-grade teacher, who had a career working in high technology before becoming a teacher.

Coaching 148

Coaching English Students Teaching Philosophy 148