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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.

Provide an engaging exam review that requires minimal instructor preparation.

Consider incorporating strategies that help students develop critical literacy skills.

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

Agricultural Economics Professor, Bailey Norwood shows off his unique teaching garden at Our Daily Bread. For more information on Bailey Norwood's Farm 2 Fork class: …

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

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

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

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…

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…

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.

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

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.

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

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.

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