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AUGUST 29, 2024

This journey begins not only on the Martian surface but right here on Earth, in our universities. 2009; Kezar & Elrod, 2012). Research suggests that high school and university students who employ interdisciplinary approaches tend to achieve as well or better academically (Campbell & Henning, 2010). 2017; Liu et al.,

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AUGUST 29, 2024

This journey begins not only on the Martian surface but right here on Earth, in our universities. 2009; Kezar & Elrod, 2012). Research suggests that high school and university students who employ interdisciplinary approaches tend to achieve as well or better academically (Campbell & Henning, 2010). 2017; Liu et al.,

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FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Scagnoli (2012) has identified several important benefits of microlectures for students: Microlectures allow for self-paced learning. In terms of benefits for faculty, microlectures encourage professors to break down concepts and explain them in a clear and concise fashion (Scagnoli, 2012). Why are microlectures beneficial?

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Faculty Focus

FEBRUARY 12, 2023

Scagnoli (2012) has identified several important benefits of microlectures for students: Microlectures allow for self-paced learning. In terms of benefits for faculty, microlectures encourage professors to break down concepts and explain them in a clear and concise fashion (Scagnoli, 2012). Why are microlectures beneficial?

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AUGUST 15, 2024

For example, my years of classroom experience bring many benefits, but they also put me at risk of falling into what Weimer (2012) refers to as “tired teaching.” 2012, October 3). When teaching grows tired: A wake-up call for faculty [Blog post]. Again, that’s my preference, suited to my particular learning needs.

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AUGUST 15, 2024

For example, my years of classroom experience bring many benefits, but they also put me at risk of falling into what Weimer (2012) refers to as “tired teaching.” 2012, October 3). When teaching grows tired: A wake-up call for faculty [Blog post]. Again, that’s my preference, suited to my particular learning needs.

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FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Many colleges and universities have struggled to prepare for generative AI on campus, for instance, by providing guiding policies or pedagogical support. Discord between these three camps, combined with slow university governance procedures, could force the AI waves to a Himalayan height. What can be done?

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