…particular academic program (e.g. Doctor of Business Administration students or doctoral students with research interests related to criminal justice). As an online instructor, I have joined groups that relate to…
…importance of meeting the academic and developmental needs of each student. Whether formally or informally, college students have been learners all of their lives. Why not ask them to indicate…
…leadership positions, including Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs and Academic Director for the General Education Program. A certified UAE Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) Reviewer and Fellow of the Higher…
For those of us who continue to teach asynchronous online courses during the 2021-2022 academic year, it’s worth considering how we motivate our students. Reasonably well-developed and presented online syllabi,…
…their personalized strengths and needs to foster increased academic and social development. A costly misconception is that pedagogical approaches in higher education must be lecture-based and teacher-led. Instead, it is…
…of research that confirms numerous academic benefits for a mindful classroom. Interestingly—and I love this—it is also associated with increased patience, kindness, compassion, and overall improved classroom climate. Many teachers…
…what are some ways that new teachers can ensure not only academic success for their students, but also maintain their own emotional and personal well-being? Below are six lessons learned…
…Abdollah Shahrokni is an instructional designer with the Center for Academic Innovation at Western Oregon University. His scholarly interests include technology-enhanced instruction and task engagement. Michael Reis is currently the…
