Five Things I Wish I Knew My First Semester
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
Peter Szawranskyj July 20, 2026
Effective Classroom Management
Dealing with Difficult Students: Turning Challenges into Opportunities
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
Michele Poulos June 15, 2026
Where to Go From “I Don’t Know”: Building Trust Through Authenticity
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
Cassidy Downs May 15, 2026
Day 1 is Hard: Reflections on Being a First-Year Student (Again)
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
Brian Rempel, PhD January 16, 2026
Reimagining Education through Ritual and Beauty
This article first appeared in The Teaching Professor on January 27, 2025 © Magna Publications. All rights reserved. Learn more about The Teaching Professor here. Over
Mays Imad December 19, 2025
Relational Communication Theory in Action: Enhancing Learning and Competence
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 &
Athar Memon, MBBS, MSPH, and China C. Billotte Verhoff, PhD October 31, 2025
A Student’s Guide to Success: Six Strategies to Reduce Team Conflict
Working as a successful team member remains one of the most important skills that employers report that they want when hiring college graduates. This means
Tim Franz, PhD, and Lauren Vicker, PhD October 1, 2025
Bringing C.H.A.O.S to Chaos: Syllabi with an AI Usage Policy
It is no secret that Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology is transforming college classrooms. AI tools can easily and quickly assist students in various tasks such
Simantini Karve, PhD, and Jessica Hurless August 25, 2025
Community, Classroom, and Cake
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
David Wright, PhD August 15, 2025
Building a Thriving Classroom Community – “Bond & Beyond”
Across college campus classrooms, students of all ages have a deep need to feel welcomed, included, and engaged in their learning communities. In order to
Dr. Raglena T. Salmans, EdD, and Dr. Stefanie R. Sorbet, EdD July 28, 2025