Have you been using papers, tests, and discussion forums for assessment and you’re seeking new ideas? Are you looking for new ways to engage your students with content, but not sure where to start? Our students may have the answer! This week the UTLC spoke with students about meaningful assignments,… Continue reading…
Feedback and meaningful reflection are fundamental principles of instruction that enhance learning and boost student motivation. Reflection is not just a routine we practice but a dynamic process that allows us to integrate experiential learning, theory, and technical knowledge into better understanding (Clarà, 2015; Rousseau, 2015; Shandomo, 2010;). Specific and timely feedback… Continue reading…
Implicit bias is the unconscious bias that forms the assumptions that we make about students based on social identity; however, in education we can also form biases about our students based on past academic performance, perceived agreeableness, previous relationships, and even the stakes of the assignment or assessment (De Houwer,… Continue reading…
This week’s tips focus on preparing for midterm grades, which you can now start entering in UNCGenie through September 22.
You may not realize it, but we have been using AI technology for years. Siri, Amazon, Netflix, Google Maps, Spotify and Grammarly use AI technology to see patterns, predict actions and suggest next steps based on your behavior. There are over 7,000 AI tools being used now (see the list… Continue reading…
The launch of ChatGPT in November 2022 and inevitable proliferation of generative AI tools has sent many in the education community buzzing in recent months. While there is still much to learn about ChatGPT and similar tools, this week’s teaching tips focus on a few implications for course design and student learning… Continue reading…
This section is full of timely and evidence-based practices to apply in your teaching.
