teaching college

Five Characteristics of an Effective Science Teacher–Do You Have Them?

by Meenakshi Sharma Rather than have students memorize definitions and facts about a science topic such as light, an effective teacher today would have students investigate various types of objects under sunlight and flashlight. Students would collect evidence to understand how light helps them see,...

Here’s How to Make Your Courses Rigorous Without Assigning Piles of Homework

by KC Kulver How hard should it be to earn a college degree? When the book “Academically Adrift” appeared in 2011, it generated widespread concern that college was not effectively educating students.

How to Incorporate PBL (Project-Based Learning)

Project Based Learning organizes learning around projects or complex tasks precipitated by an in-depth question or problem. Students, particularly in the higher education setting, are encouraged to be self-directed and.

teaching college is hard as shit, and students are afraid to be creative.

by Ama McKinley I’m a first semester instructor this fall, guiding 106 students as they learn Human Communication and Graphic Design. Sometimes, this job still feels like i’m being punked. When I was in college, I was notorious for skipping class and general rebellion. I’d create uproars, break...

Hey Control Freak Profs., Quit Hassling Students By Taking Attendance

by Christen Pudlewski Embry I have been teaching college classes as an adjunct for 11 years and I recently made major changes to my attendance policy. Basically, I don’t have.

When Your Students Are Late to Class, Is That a Sign of Disrespect?

by Jennie Ortiz When I started teaching, my family couldn't understand why I was so adamant about being at work at least an hour before my class started. On remembering.

Think “Digital” Equals Better Student Outcomes? Think Again.

Given this trend, teachers, students, parents and policymakers might assume that students’ familiarity and preference for technology translates into better learning outcomes. But we’ve found that’s not necessarily true. This article is only available to subscribers. If you're a subscriber, log in. To subscribe, choose...

Want an Easy Way to Keep in Touch With Students? Create a Course Newsletter

by Julie Candio Do you remember what happened last Wednesday? No? Sometimes our students don't either. And I don't blame them. While students can refer to the course syllabus, there.

Better Classroom Discussions Are Just A Pinwheel Away

It doesn't take extensive research to realize that facilitating productive discussions in the college classroom is not something that should be done by the seat of one's pants or on.

Essential Time Management Tips For Teaching Faculty: The Agenda

by Elizabeth Kuehne After almost two decades as an adjunct, I’ve learned a thing or two about time management. When I first began teaching, I was able to get by with one bag and a canned curriculum from the technological Institute where I taught. Before...