…important for them to develop their leadership abilities. In an interview with Academic Leader, Mariangela Maguire, associate professor of communication and former academic dean at Gustavus Adolphus College, and Laura…
…any other in-person interaction. These social connections are important for student retention, academic development, diversity, and inclusion. As universities and faculty grapple with the shift to an online education system,…
…such as Kahoot, PlayPosit, or Google Docs to guide learning or clarify key concepts. Such formative assessments substantially increase student academic performance as well as improve student lifelong learning (Nkealah,…
…teachers they have perceived to be effective or ineffective. With more mature students, we may ask questions about their experience with racial incidents inside or outside of an academic environment….
…address attitudes that hinder learning. Ignoring the role of attitudes and emotions in course planning will likely compromise learning outcomes. 4. Design academic plans that connect students’ personal and academic…
…developing higher-order thinking strategies. Yet I am plagued with concerns that this is not enough. In a competitive environment (whether work or academic), there are undoubtedly a host of qualified…
…not academically or socially prepared for the academic setting. Faculty who choose to evolve into classroom mentors will develop relationships with students to identify barriers that often go unnoticed in…
…throughout a semester. “Where Does the Budget Go? Uncovering the Hidden Costs of Managing Syllabi” reflects data gathered from a cross section of students, instructors, technical administrators, and academic administrators…
