Example Exemplar activity

This is a sample lesson plan for using an exemplar and a rubric in class to discuss assignment expectations. While this example focusses on a written assignment, don’t forget that examples and rubrics can be used for any field, from performance art to clinical rotations. Materials: upcoming assignment; rubric; example… Continue reading…

Moon’s Model for Reflective Learning

What does reflection look like and why are we using it … a lot? Reflection is essential to learning. It often gets short-changed as busy work, when in reality reflection is the work of learning. Reflective spaces allow you to put together the pieces of your learning with the context… Continue reading…

Archive: Midterm Grades

Providing students with information on how and why midterm grades matter is an important part of the process. New Student Transitions & First Year Experience created a Midterms Matter resource that can help shape conversations with students. In addition, contextualizing mid-term grades for your students is helpful: Thank you for providing this essential feedback to… Continue reading…

Join the UNCG GTA NETWORK

Connect. Learn. Support. Grow. Welcome to the UNCG GTA Network – a collaborative space created just for you, our Graduate Teaching Associates. Through bi-monthly meetings, we’re building a supportive, inclusive community where you can share, learn, and grow as educators and scholars. Whether you’re teaching for the first time or… Continue reading…