Edsurge

SEPTEMBER 13, 2016

Can a Classic Board Game Teach Writing Skills? BMCC associate professors of English Joe Bisz and Carlos Fernandez stimulated the formation of CGN when they were awarded a 2007/08 CUNY faculty development grant to study how. Players work on saving the world from disasters by manipulating linear equations. “We

Game-Based Learning 164

Game-Based Learning STEM Math English 164

Edsurge

JULY 21, 2022

When I talked with Josh Eyler, director of faculty development and director of the think forward quality enhancement plan at the University of Mississippi, about the problem with grades on the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast, he urged us to recognize that: “The more we focus on grades, the less we focus on learning.” Suppose that…?

Assignments 196

Assignments Grades History Ethics 196

Faculty Focus

MARCH 30, 2025

Faculty developers and instructors can use this framework to harness AI’s potential, ensuring it supports rather than supplants their pedagogical roles. Davidson, 2021; Pritts, 2023) to position AI as a partner in faculty development. Ethical Considerations: Equity and Agency Ethical dilemmas loom large.

Faculty Development 78

Faculty Development Teaching Instructors Academic Integrity 78

Edsurge

OCTOBER 18, 2018

If you don’t see people who look like you and you don’t have the right connections,” it can be hard to land an interview even if students have training in tech skills. Just because someone talks a different way than you, it doesn’t mean their coding skills or art skills are different than yours,” he continued.

Students 149

Students Faculty Development Instructors Motivation 149

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Although faculty development programs and curriculum designers have been calling for such (assessment practice) forms of assessment, today, we are more in need of it than ever before. This requires them to do research so that they can demonstrate their skills.

Authentic Assessment 133

Authentic Assessment Counselling Learning Outcomes Faculty Development 133

Edsurge

MAY 9, 2023

It just had levels on it — the instructor would circle the level that he had completed and use some highlighters to show what skills he's good at doing, what skills he needs to continue to work on. This was invented by Linda Nilson, who's a legendary faculty developer and thought leader about teaching and learning.

Grades 201

Grades Exams Feedback Testing 201

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 13, 2018

She’s come up with a new model of a two-year college that puts less emphasis on academic disciplines and more on skills like communication and quantitative reasoning. The second is a lot of students are entering college with skills gaps. Jennifer Schubert wants to rethink the first two years.

Education 161

Education Syllabus Faculty Development Communication 161

Faculty Focus

APRIL 13, 2023

An interesting exercise we do during our faculty development program is reminisce about the very first day we taught as a teacher. Dr. Jayanti Dutta is faculty in the Human Resource Development Centre, Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh, India. In my collection of stories, there are several such pranks played by students.

Teaching 115

Teaching Lecturing Faculty Development Knowledge 115

Faculty Focus

APRIL 1, 2025

While the formative-developmental observation aims to enhance and promote the improvement of teaching skills within a supportive and collegial context, the summative-evaluative observation aims to evaluate and judge the faculty based on the observation.

Evaluation 98

Evaluation Teaching Teaching Methods Faculty Development 98

Faculty Focus

APRIL 1, 2025

While the formative-developmental observation aims to enhance and promote the improvement of teaching skills within a supportive and collegial context, the summative-evaluative observation aims to evaluate and judge the faculty based on the observation.

Evaluation 93

Evaluation Teaching Teaching Methods Faculty Development 93

Faculty Focus

APRIL 29, 2025

Faculty development programs that focus on conflict resolution, communication skills, and leadership training can help create a more supportive work environment. Institutions should actively promote respect, professionalism, and mentorship while discouraging competitive or exclusionary behaviors.

Education 124

Education Culture Counselling Ethics 124

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Although faculty development programs and curriculum designers have been calling for such (assessment practice) forms of assessment, today, we are more in need of it than ever before. This requires them to do research so that they can demonstrate their skills.

Authentic Assessment 111

Authentic Assessment Counselling Learning Outcomes Faculty Development 111

Edsurge

MAY 18, 2020

Additionally, I am responsible for leading our faculty development team and teaching classes of my own. There are a couple of apps that gear the lessons to the kids’ knowledge and skills and prescribe interactive content based on their performance.

Teaching 199

Teaching Assignments Ethics Grades 199

Faculty Focus

APRIL 13, 2023

An interesting exercise we do during our faculty development program is reminisce about the very first day we taught as a teacher. Dr. Jayanti Dutta is faculty in the Human Resource Development Centre, Panjab University (PU), Chandigarh, India. In my collection of stories, there are several such pranks played by students.

Teaching 98

Teaching Lecturing Faculty Development Knowledge 98

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Core Principles of Collaborative Learning Some core principles of collaborative learning include individual accountability, promotive interaction, social skills, positive interdependence, and group processing. These skills are required for these students to be successful.

Collaborative Learning 115

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 115

Edsurge

OCTOBER 3, 2023

They didn't come with a lot of the social interaction skills that you would expect people between the ages of 18 and 22 to already have. For the students who did their first couple of years of college in their childhood bedroom with their stuffed animals behind them, there was a way of infantilizing that made them feel more vulnerable.

History 178

History Culture Discussions High School 178

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Zheng (2022) defines a microlecture as “a short video, usually produced by the instructor, that explains a single key concept or a specific skill.” Tolulope (Tolu) Noah, EdD, is the instructional learning spaces coordinator at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), where she facilitates faculty development.

Instructors 131

Instructors Lecturing Faculty Development Activities 131

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2025

Administrators must recognize that professional development programs should not solely focus on pedagogical techniques but also on the importance of relational skills. Foster Emotional Intelligence: Colleges should invest in developing emotional intelligence among faculty and staff.

Motivation 105

Motivation Counselling Intelligence Failure 105

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 29, 2024

This requires the seamless integration of knowledge and skills across various disciplines to address Mars’s multifaceted challenges. It facilitates the comprehension of complex issues and equips students with the skills needed for complex jobs in STEM and the humanities (Spelt et al., 2009; Kezar & Elrod, 2012).

Interdisciplinary 111

Interdisciplinary Study Multidisciplinary Metacognitive Skills 111

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

But experimenting with generative AI (GAI) teaches us that this casual approach might work for experts, but that it might rob students of the critical thinking skills granted by the writing process. Budgeting : New program proposals must request funds to stipend members of intensive faculty professional development projects.

Learning 115

Learning Ethics Writing Critical Thinking 115

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

I've done a fair bit of faculty development as well, and I think the greatest fear that I hear from faculty is, what do I do when someone yells, or there's clearly anger and frustration in the room, or someone cries or something like that. Equipping faculty with the skills to manage emotion in the classroom.

Instructors 180

Instructors Beliefs Confidentiality Discussions 180

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Core Principles of Collaborative Learning Some core principles of collaborative learning include individual accountability, promotive interaction, social skills, positive interdependence, and group processing. These skills are required for these students to be successful.

Collaborative Learning 105

Collaborative Learning Education Learning Students 105

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2025

Administrators must recognize that professional development programs should not solely focus on pedagogical techniques but also on the importance of relational skills. Foster Emotional Intelligence: Colleges should invest in developing emotional intelligence among faculty and staff.

Motivation 98

Motivation Counselling Intelligence Failure 98

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

But experimenting with generative AI (GAI) teaches us that this casual approach might work for experts, but that it might rob students of the critical thinking skills granted by the writing process. Budgeting : New program proposals must request funds to stipend members of intensive faculty professional development projects.

Learning 111

Learning Ethics Writing Critical Thinking 111

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 29, 2024

This requires the seamless integration of knowledge and skills across various disciplines to address Mars’s multifaceted challenges. It facilitates the comprehension of complex issues and equips students with the skills needed for complex jobs in STEM and the humanities (Spelt et al., 2009; Kezar & Elrod, 2012).

Interdisciplinary 98

Interdisciplinary Study Multidisciplinary Metacognitive Skills 98

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

A genuine workshop aims to empower the participants such that they leave with new ideas and skills. Principle 4: Think in units of three: Explain: Walk the participants through a relatively small piece of information or skill, perhaps (as relevant) providing a model or example that participants can build from.

Lecturing 94

Lecturing Participation Discussions Group work 94

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

A genuine workshop aims to empower the participants such that they leave with new ideas and skills. Principle 4: Think in units of three: Explain: Walk the participants through a relatively small piece of information or skill, perhaps (as relevant) providing a model or example that participants can build from.

Lecturing 89

Lecturing Participation Discussions Group work 89

Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Zheng (2022) defines a microlecture as “a short video, usually produced by the instructor, that explains a single key concept or a specific skill.” Tolulope (Tolu) Noah, EdD, is the instructional learning spaces coordinator at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB), where she facilitates faculty development.

Instructors 98

Instructors Lecturing Faculty Development Activities 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 27, 2023

As we re-evaluated our teaching, we sought new ways to teach culture, and above all, ways to develop our students’ ability to make cultural connections, a skill that is part of the learning goals of the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).

Group work 98

Group work Culture Instructors Language 98

Faculty Focus

AUGUST 27, 2023

As we re-evaluated our teaching, we sought new ways to teach culture, and above all, ways to develop our students’ ability to make cultural connections, a skill that is part of the learning goals of the American Council for the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL).

Group work 98

Group work Culture Instructors Language 98

Faculty Focus

MARCH 18, 2025

The AI internally generates multiple simulated student responses across different skill levels. Dr. Nathan Pritts is a leader in higher education, specializing in faculty development, instructional innovation, and the integration of emerging technologies in teaching and learning. Then, share the assignment prompt.

Assignments 79

Assignments Testing Course Design Writing 79

Faculty Focus

JULY 2, 2023

In addition, research has shown that online learning communities can positively impact teacher and student achievement, further evidence of the value of online learning communities for higher education faculty (Blitz, 2013). Faculty development for online instruction in higher education. link] Gilpatrick,, M., & Vasquez, T.

Online Learning 111

Online Learning Distance Learning Education Learning 111

Faculty Focus

APRIL 2, 2024

A case study is a short story followed by (or interspersed with) guiding questions that put students in the shoes of a key player in the narrative so they can practice the skills of thinking in that discipline. I am a scientist, so for me, cases are tools to help learners practice the skill of thinking like a scientist. Crawford, S.,

Study 124

Study Writing Evaluation Instructors 124

Faculty Focus

JULY 2, 2023

In addition, research has shown that online learning communities can positively impact teacher and student achievement, further evidence of the value of online learning communities for higher education faculty (Blitz, 2013). Faculty development for online instruction in higher education. link] Gilpatrick,, M., & Vasquez, T.

Online Learning 97

Online Learning Distance Learning Education Learning 97

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Faculty Training and Development Preparing faculty to create inclusive online learning environments is crucial for promoting access, engagement, and inclusion. Workshops on cultural competence and inclusive teaching practices can equip faculty with the tools they need to create a welcoming and supportive online classroom.

Accessibility 105

Accessibility Disabilities Education Culture 105

Faculty Focus

MARCH 18, 2025

The AI internally generates multiple simulated student responses across different skill levels. Dr. Nathan Pritts is a leader in higher education, specializing in faculty development, instructional innovation, and the integration of emerging technologies in teaching and learning. Then, share the assignment prompt.

Assignments 62

Assignments Testing Course Design Writing 62

Faculty Focus

APRIL 2, 2024

A case study is a short story followed by (or interspersed with) guiding questions that put students in the shoes of a key player in the narrative so they can practice the skills of thinking in that discipline. I am a scientist, so for me, cases are tools to help learners practice the skill of thinking like a scientist. Crawford, S.,

Study 111

Study Writing Evaluation Instructors 111