…a concept-based microlecture that explains the backwards design model, or a skills-based microlecture that demonstrates how to craft measurable objectives for a lesson plan. Microlectures have three key characteristics (Zheng,…
…material covered in lecture. When they are working, I meander through the class, peering over shoulders quietly as they work. It’s not creepy (I don’t think), but this “check-in” provides…
…A fairly typical and traditional scenario of degree programs is one where tutors/teaching assistants (TAs) select specific topic readings for students to undertake between classes (e.g. from lecture to the following…
…to a lecture, and perhaps feeling your mind wander. The class that impacted you most was probably taught by a lively individual who found ways to turn their students into…
…instructor proceeds to conduct a short lecture where course materials such as the syllabus, slides, or videos might be shared with everyone through a QR code (see Figure 1). Students…
…that you speak slowly and enunciate clearly. When there is simultaneous translation, you should give as much material as possible in advance. It is virtually impossible to translate a lecturer…
…daily quiz that has a two-fold purpose: first, it tests the students’ knowledge of the day’s reading material; and second, it provides a focus for the lecture and activities scheduled…
…the lecture: semicolons! How was it possible that my students weren’t enjoying this as much as I was? Could it be that they were…bored? Though it pains me to remember…
