Creating a Sense of Belonging through Instructor Social Presence
For students, taking an online course can feel like being the only student in the class—isolated and lonely at times, and connected to the outside world through just a computer…
Managing End-of-term Stress: Keeping the Adult Learner Risk-informed
Adult learners are arguably one group of learners who are at greatest risk for stress—not only at the end-of-term but throughout their academic program. The risk increases for female, single…
Believing, Teaching, and Evolving Pedagogy Beyond the Pandemic: Lessons from Ted Lasso
As a faculty member in a graduate program in educational leadership, I underestimated how the pandemic would impact my teaching—and change the way I approached pedagogy and implemented learner-centered practices.…
The Censored and the Curious: Using Banned Books to Foster Connections and Critical Thinking in Freshmen
Many colleges and universities around the country offer First-Year Seminars (FYS) or First-Year Experiences (FYE). These courses are geared towards supporting freshmen in their transition to college by introducing them…
Encouraging Attendance while Maintaining Flexibility: Strategies for Student Engagement
The shift to emergency remote teaching in 2020 was a challenging time for students and instructors. Many universities embraced the idea of increased flexibility to enable greater autonomy and allow…
Enhancing Student Access to Course Content: The Advantages of a Customized Website
Keeping our students engaged and connected to course content is at the top of an instructor's list. These two priorities have become even more crucial with the increasing number of…
A Perfect Match: How UMGC Leveraged MyLab to Improve Student Outcomes
The following is a sponsored article from Pearson Education. The University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) is one of 13 institutions in Maryland and currently has the largest enrollment numbers…
Building Community and Connection Between Students and Instructors in Asynchronous Courses
Online teaching has become more popular and accessible for students. As such, more instructors are teaching online courses. Asynchronous online courses can create barriers for instructors to connect with students,…
Download this Free Report! The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education
In today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force in various industries, and higher education is no exception. This comprehensive report delves into the…
The Power of Choice: Unlocking Student Engagement in the Online Classroom
As online education continues to evolve, the challenge to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences is paramount. Traditionally, the one-size-fits-all approach to assessment has been dominant, with all students completing…