Creative Assessments that Positively Affect Learning Outcomes
Joshua Parcha and Lori Reno discuss and share examples of successful implementation of creative assessments in their courses and its benefits to students achieving learning objectives.
From Gen Ed To Grad School: Active Reading With Perusall
Do you ever struggle with getting students to engage closely with readings, or talk specifically about a text? Gina and Lindsey will talk about their experience using Perusall, an online tool that turns readings into interactive discussions.
Setting a Tone of Inclusivity
In order to ensure that we are teaching all of our students and not just the ones who are like us, it is critical that we learn about and account for their diverse backgrounds. In this session, you will hear about ways to gather information about the demographics of your classes as well as methods for making your syllabus more inclusive.
Not Written in Stone: Adaptive Strategies to Encourage Student Participation
Students may be hesitant to participate when topics feel controversial or sensitive to them. In this session, faculty members share how they have adopted adaptive strategies that encourage discussion by helping students feel comfortable and respected in the classroom.
Engaging Students through Peer Review in Both Remote and Residential Courses
Allowing students to review each other’s work enhances student engagement in courses. They interact with each other and the content of the course. This session discusses two different techniques that were used for peer review.