Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Because we acknowledge that the grumpy time will likely be a time in which energy is lower and engagement wanes, we introduce content that is especially likely to engage our students (and us) during the grumpy time. We contend there are simple strategies to increase our own engagement in our courses (see Saucier et al.,

Course Design 142

Course Design Assignments Teaching Philosophy Instructors 142

Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 27, 2022

Because we acknowledge that the grumpy time will likely be a time in which energy is lower and engagement wanes, we introduce content that is especially likely to engage our students (and us) during the grumpy time. We contend there are simple strategies to increase our own engagement in our courses (see Saucier et al.,

Course Design 98

Course Design Assignments Teaching Philosophy Instructors 98

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

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. She got her start teaching elementary school, and recalls a time she turned to her students for help, and how they guided the way.

Coaching 144

Coaching English Students Teaching Philosophy 144