Ask a Tech Teacher

APRIL 28, 2025

Without face-to-face communication, building relationships with peers and instructors becomes challenging, hindering collaboration and support. Teacher Roles in Modern Education The role of teachers in modern education is evolving rapidly, necessitating a shift from traditional instructor-led models to more facilitative approaches.

Hybrid Learning 141

Hybrid Learning Learning Styles Study Critical Thinking 141

Edsurge

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Through the two-and-a-half yearlong effort, nearly 2,000 instructors developed and taught 6,600 OER course sections that served 160,000 students. In surveys of 1,200 instructors, about two-thirds reported that using OER materials at least somewhat changed their teaching methods and influenced their pedagogical beliefs.

Textbooks 190

Textbooks Instructors Education Participation 190

Edsurge

MARCH 2, 2023

In the early days of online education, I imagined that virtual classrooms would follow the same basic model as in-person ones, with an instructor leading the same number of students typical in a campus class. Students attend WGU entirely on screen, with instructors engaging with them virtually by email, phone, text and video.

Teaching 166

Teaching Instructors Syllabus Assignments 166

Edsurge

JANUARY 10, 2025

How should teaching change for a group of students whose studies and social lives were disrupted by COVID-19 (and instructors who had a crash-course in online teaching)? What resources should be offered (in places like the campus library)?

Disabilities 175

Disabilities Instructors Teaching Methods Writing 175

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 9, 2023

They serve as a bridge between theory and practice, promote active learning and the development of practical skills that improve their teaching methods. If you want to use published cases instead of writing one, this article will give you a list of online resources, as well as several guides for case method teaching.

Study 164

Study Teachers Peer Review Instructors 164

Edsurge

APRIL 27, 2018

This article is part of a series on innovative teaching methods in higher education. Among that 11 percent, an even smaller portion tell their instructor. And some instructors even view the requisitions as as an infringement to academic freedom. Check back for more stories in the coming weeks.

Accessibility 154

Accessibility Disabilities Instructors Syllabus 154

Edsurge

OCTOBER 20, 2023

By continuously monitoring the effectiveness of various educational strategies, instructors, advisors and other key stakeholders can identify and address issues of inequity and bias and ensure that all students have the opportunity to succeed. It's not just about improving academic performance, though that is an important component.

Ethics 191

Ethics Intelligence Learning Instructors 191

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

This can be an advantage for instructors. In today’s fast-paced academic environment, instructors are often hard-pressed for time to provide comprehensive feedback to each student. As such, educational institutions do not need to invest heavily in new platforms or drastically alter their established teaching methods.

Student Engagement 133

Student Engagement eLearning Authentic Assessment Instructors 133

Scholarly Teacher

FEBRUARY 12, 2025

Rachel Thelen , The University of Minnesota School of Dentistry Noelle Haight , Occupational Therapist and Educator Julia VanderMolen , University of the Pacific Key Statement: Four helpful tips, including backwards design, for the new instructor looking to (re)design their course. Many new instructors face this what now?

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Instructors Curriculum Quizzes Lecturing 52

EdTech Magazine

JANUARY 23, 2019

Regardless of what your content area is, computer science and the use of technology are an integral part of our students’ learning,” Eric Anderson, math instructor at KM Perform, a charter school within the Kettle Moraine School District in Wisconsin, told ISTE. “It

Multidisciplinary 168

Multidisciplinary STEM Teachers Teaching Methods 168

Edsurge

NOVEMBER 15, 2023

To effectively conduct high-dose education, teachers need not only to explain and repeat but also to find novel ways to help students understand difficult concepts, including encouraging students to take a central role, solve various examples themselves and explain their understanding to the instructor to be educationally effective.

Instructors 158

Instructors Communication Achievement Attention 158

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 8, 2023

They can also help instructors to ensure that exams are fair and equitable. Lack of u nexpected q uestions : When the exam content is known in advance, the opportunity for instructors to ask questions that test critical thinking and problem-solving skills is reduced. indicating higher student preference for this teaching method.

Exams 119

Exams Fairness Instructors Teaching Methods 119

Ask a Tech Teacher

AUGUST 23, 2023

How do teaching methods influence understanding? Teaching Methods and Learning Tools Learning environment in the classroom can influence perception and comprehension on many levels. Here are a few examples of how different methods can enhance cause-and-effect skills. Find the answers here. Read on to find out.

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Essay Teaching Methods Instructors Motivation 146

Edsurge

JUNE 6, 2024

Tech giants Google, Microsoft and OpenAI have unintentionally assigned educators around the world major homework for the summer: Adjusting their assignments and teaching methods to adapt to a fresh batch of AI features that students will enter classrooms with in the fall. That’s going to be a real time saver for faculty,” he predicts.

Lecturing 215

Lecturing Education Assignments Syllabus 215

Edsurge

APRIL 17, 2018

This article is part of a series on innovative teaching methods in higher education. Now, Urdaneta-Hartmann is the in the process of designing curriculum for faculty and instructors to test out the game next fall with students. Check back for more stories and a full guide in the coming weeks.

Education 126

Education Instructors Game-Based Learning Testing 126

Edsurge

JULY 31, 2018

When using whole-brain teaching methods, Byl turns to a toolbox of strategies intended to tickle different parts of the brain. Chris Biffle is a former college instructor who started the movement back in 1999, along with its accompanying organization, called Whole Brain Teaching.

Teaching 159

Teaching Instructors Attention Teaching Methods 159

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Instructors can use AI for editing as well. Students and instructors were learning to ask new questions in new ways. A fellow instructor suggested I try audio or video presentation assignments instead. This solution did not work in the classes I was teaching. AI can edit many types of written documents.

Intelligence 144

Intelligence Plagiarism Quizzes Academic Integrity 144

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 15, 2023

One National Academy of Science published study indicates that despite active learning being identified as a superior method of instruction, most college STEM instructors continue to choose traditional teaching methods. In this educational quagmire, Pecha Kucha is an answer.

Lecturing 122

Lecturing Instructors Active Learning Activities 122

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

This can be an advantage for instructors. In today’s fast-paced academic environment, instructors are often hard-pressed for time to provide comprehensive feedback to each student. As such, educational institutions do not need to invest heavily in new platforms or drastically alter their established teaching methods.

Student Engagement 111

Student Engagement eLearning Authentic Assessment Instructors 111

Faculty Focus

OCTOBER 8, 2023

They can also help instructors to ensure that exams are fair and equitable. Lack of u nexpected q uestions : When the exam content is known in advance, the opportunity for instructors to ask questions that test critical thinking and problem-solving skills is reduced. indicating higher student preference for this teaching method.

Exams 111

Exams Fairness Instructors Teaching Methods 111

Edsurge

MAY 16, 2018

When I attend professional gatherings on open education, however, instructors like myself are often the minority. Yet open educational materials impact faculty and students alike, and many instructors are using these resources today. That is not appealing to instructors,” argues Skidmore.

Textbooks 123

Textbooks Instructors Education Peer Review 123

Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

The challenge is further compounded by students balancing their studies with household chores which can lead to decreased motivation if adequate support is not provided by the instructor. Consequently, the role of instructors becomes more crucial in designing effective online learning experiences that foster active student participation.

Student Engagement 106

Student Engagement Instructors Lecturing Students 106

eSchool News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Technology has profoundly impacted K-12 education, revolutionizing traditional teaching methods and opening new avenues for learning. Adaptive learning platforms tailor content and teaching methods to individual student needs, fostering a more customized educational journey. How has technology impacted K-12 education?

Learning Styles 286

Learning Styles Intelligence Blended Learning Gamification 286

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 19, 2016

Instead of using linear, two-dimensional teaching methods to transfer knowledge and teach concepts, you can facilitate the learning experience by providing hands-on three-dimensional models. A Revolutionized Classroom. The ability to produce almost any object in 3D is poised to revolutionize learning.

Education 167

Education History Knowledge Teaching Methods 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

JULY 9, 2024

Here’s a summary on grading assignments with PDF annotation tools: Getting started Grading Providing feedback Saving and sharing Grade Assignments with PDF Annotation Tools As online learning and virtual classrooms gain popularity, educators are turning to new technologies to improve their teaching methods.

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Assignments Grades Feedback Evaluation 167

Ask a Tech Teacher

OCTOBER 5, 2016

The authors focus on Google Classroom in particular, not just as a piece of software, but as a means of enhancing the traditional teaching methods. I’d love to hear your thoughts on books that made a granular difference in your teaching. It will prove them wrong. Please add a comment below.

Reading 132

Reading Teachers Essay Teaching Methods 132

Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2023

Utilize a multitude of learning activities and methods to engage students Instructors should utilize a multitude of learning activities and provide students with assistance as they become more proficient using learning styles within their comfort zone. This offers a valid explanation on why teaching with one style is counterintuitive.

Learning Styles 111

Learning Styles Instructors Education STEM 111

Faculty Focus

APRIL 1, 2025

This isolation can hinder their professional development and growth, especially if they do not take the time to reflect on their own teaching methods and practices. Facilitate reflective practice : Formative observations enable faculty to critically assess their teaching methods and refine their instructional approaches.

Evaluation 101

Evaluation Teaching Teaching Methods Faculty Development 101

Faculty Focus

JANUARY 15, 2023

One National Academy of Science published study indicates that despite active learning being identified as a superior method of instruction, most college STEM instructors continue to choose traditional teaching methods. In this educational quagmire, Pecha Kucha is an answer.

Lecturing 98

Lecturing Instructors Active Learning Activities 98

Faculty Focus

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

I selected OpenStax because of the many resources they provided, such as PowerPoint lecture slides, instructor solution files, and even LMS cartridges for online classes. Yes, I’m one who subscribes to the notion that we college instructors are not just teaching our students a subject, but we’re also preparing them for real-world experiences.

Textbooks 115

Textbooks Syllabus Instructors Peer Review 115

EdTech Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2018

They do not require the same level of planning or execution as a summative assessment, so they are easier to insert into a lesson when the instructor needs to take a quick ‘temperature check.’”. Eli has been eagerly pursuing a journalistic career since he left the University of Maryland's Philip Merrill School of Journalism.

Quizzes 160

Quizzes Students Elementary School Elementary School 160

Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Instructors can use AI for editing as well. Students and instructors were learning to ask new questions in new ways. A fellow instructor suggested I try audio or video presentation assignments instead. This solution did not work in the classes I was teaching. AI can edit many types of written documents.

Intelligence 111

Intelligence Plagiarism Quizzes Academic Integrity 111

Faculty Focus

APRIL 1, 2025

This isolation can hinder their professional development and growth, especially if they do not take the time to reflect on their own teaching methods and practices. Facilitate reflective practice : Formative observations enable faculty to critically assess their teaching methods and refine their instructional approaches.

Evaluation 96

Evaluation Teaching Teaching Methods Faculty Development 96

Faculty Focus

APRIL 15, 2025

The challenge is further compounded by students balancing their studies with household chores which can lead to decreased motivation if adequate support is not provided by the instructor. Consequently, the role of instructors becomes more crucial in designing effective online learning experiences that foster active student participation.

Student Engagement 82

Student Engagement Instructors Lecturing Students 82

Edsurge

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Throughout the program, Aebersold says, an important lesson is telling students about active learning and why faculty are using the teaching method. So far 85 faculty have been certified since the program started this fall, and Aebersold expects 200 to be certified by next year.

Active Learning 115

Active Learning Activities Lecturing Teaching 115

Faculty Focus

MARCH 23, 2023

Utilize a multitude of learning activities and methods to engage students Instructors should utilize a multitude of learning activities and provide students with assistance as they become more proficient using learning styles within their comfort zone. This offers a valid explanation on why teaching with one style is counterintuitive.

Learning Styles 97

Learning Styles Instructors Education STEM 97

Faculty Focus

MARCH 4, 2025

Teaching in a large-size classroom differs significantly from teaching in a small-size classroom in terms of engagement, interaction, and instructional methods (Wang & Calvano, 2022). To enhance interaction, instructors can assign mixed-location breakout groups where students collaborate via Zoom on case studies.

Teaching 87

Teaching Lecturing Gamification Interdisciplinary 87