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Wrapping Up the Semester

Reflection of course content promotes internalization of key concepts. As the semester nears the end, set aside some class time to encourage student reflection of overall course content.

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Effective Exam Review

Provide an engaging exam review that requires minimal instructor preparation.

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Helping Students Read Critically

Consider incorporating strategies that help students develop critical literacy skills.

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Planning a Lesson

When planning for effective instruction it is important to consider course goals, organization of experiences, student practice, and evidence of learning.

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Developing an Effective Syllabus, Part II

In this video series we consider the syllabus as a communication, learning, and marketing tool (Part two of two).

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Developing an Effective Syllabus, Part I

In this video series we consider the syllabus as a communication, learning, and marketing tool (Part one of two).

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Communicating Course Outcomes to Students

Making course outcomes transparent to students helps everyone stay on track.

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Learner-Centered Syllabus

The language and tone of the syllabus create a first impression of the course. A learner-centered syllabus conveys a sense that both instructor and students are responsible for making the semester…

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Experts and Novices : Connections Make the Difference

As experts, instructors create and maintain a complex mental network of important facts, concepts, and procedures related to their content area. Learn strategies for helping novice learners make the…

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Developing a Teaching Persona: Your First Day of Class

As you prepare for the semester, be sure to consider the importance of the first day of class. Starting on a positive, professional note sets the tone for the class sessions that follow.

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Rethinking Grading: Summative Assessments and Equity

The sixth video in our series regarding assessment in higher education discusses summative assessment practices and particular issues regarding equity.

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Assessment in Higher Education: Designing Connected Assessments

The fifth video in our series regarding assessment in higher education discusses the concept of connected assessments and their potential to transform the learning environment.

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Assessment in Higher Education: Equitable Assessment Practices

The fourth video in our series regarding assessment in higher education considers formative assessment practices and how they impact equity in student learning.

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Assessment in Higher Education: Formative and Summative Assessment

The third video in a series regarding assessment in higher education discusses the practices of formative and summative assessment, and how they can improve student learning.

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Assessment in Higher Education: Assessment, Testing, and Grades

The second video in a series regarding assessment in higher education briefly discusses the relationship between assessment, testing, and grades.

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Assessment in Higher Education: History and Purpose

First in a series regarding assessment in higher education, this video provides a brief overview of the ways in which assessment has changed over time.

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