The first day of college teaching could be the most stressful moment ever in the teaching history of novice faculty members. Generally, the first day of teaching
My first semester as a faculty member taught me something I wish I had understood on day one: most of the stress did not come
Every educator, whether in a physical classroom or online environment, has faced the uncomfortable reality of encountering difficult students. The term “difficult” can feel heavy, but in
Saying “I don’t know” feels like a flaw. It’s one of the smartest moves a person can make. In education, there is an unwritten expectation that to
It is that time of year again. I am staring longingly out the window while I sit indoors, on my computer, tweaking syllabi in anticipation of teaching again
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Interpersonal communication theories not only help students navigate personal and professional relationships but also strengthen teacher-student connections. Drawing on Orón (2018) and Orón Semper &
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When I was handed the class list at the start of term, I sensed it was an opportunity to try something. The list told me