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Transforming Adult Students into Scholars

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—Charlotte Matthews “These folks come with lots of experiences, whether it’s from jobs or family life, and maybe nobody’s taken the time to really hear their story yet,” says associate professor Charlotte Matthews, who teaches Transformations. The syllabus is structured to inspire confidence and courage.

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Can a Sitcom Teach Philosophy? Meet a Scholar Advising 'The Good Place'

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But could a show like the Good Place actually belong on a college syllabus? But I understand that other people have, I've gotten some emails from some professors who said that they've used the videos.

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Making Memories on the First Day of Class

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The first day of class should be much more than “syllabus day” – the first day of class is hugely important in setting the tone for the entire semester in many ways. These activities require intentional design but will make the first day more memorable than a typical “syllabus day.” Renken, M.S.

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Making Memories on the First Day of Class

Faculty Focus

The first day of class should be much more than “syllabus day” – the first day of class is hugely important in setting the tone for the entire semester in many ways. These activities require intentional design but will make the first day more memorable than a typical “syllabus day.” Renken, M.S.

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Using Content Disclosures in Our Courses 

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Practical ways to provide content disclosures When there is content in your course that may be potentially distressing, this should be clear to your students in the course syllabus. Consider including a specific “topic list” in your syllabus so that students know what to expect. References Beverly, E. Prokopakis, K.

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Using Content Disclosures in Our Courses 

Faculty Focus

Practical ways to provide content disclosures When there is content in your course that may be potentially distressing, this should be clear to your students in the course syllabus. Consider including a specific “topic list” in your syllabus so that students know what to expect. References Beverly, E. Prokopakis, K.

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