Faculty Focus

MAY 30, 2023

As online education continues to evolve, the challenge to create meaningful and engaging learning experiences is paramount. This method, however, often leads to a lack of student engagement and, consequently, less effective learning.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Two recent studies, both asking different research questions and using different methodologies, offer still more evidence that the relationship between teachers and students is an integral part of the learning experience. These relationships have strong impacts on student learning experiences.

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WCET Frontiers

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Key Innovations Driving Success Christa Wilhite leading a faculty development session on Regular & Substantive Interaction at Mississippi Delta Community College. MSVCC Academy for Faculty Development: Excellence in distance education relies on well-prepared faculty.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Assessment has traditionally been viewed as an action conducted after the learning experience has taken place, resulting in it being a separate task from instruction. Moreover, assessment should be incorporated as an integral component of the student learning experience. This is especially true for higher education.

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Faculty Focus

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

I’ve been utilizing mid-semester check-ins for several years now and have noticed that students respond best when I send out informal invitations to reflect on their learning experiences. My rationale here is to not make it a mandatory assignment, but an extra credit opportunity to know more about their current learning experiences.

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University Business

JUNE 13, 2024

However, building AI programs for students requires faculty to also be up to speed on the technology, Pazz said. “Due to AI’s fast-changing nature, developing a cost-effective faculty training program is important.” ” OpenAI’s ChatpGPT Edu can also help institutions build scalable learning models.

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Creatrix Campus

JUNE 16, 2023

Individualization and Personalized Learning: Curriculum mapping allows for individualization and personalized learning experiences within a competency-based framework. It allows educators to map out the timing and sequence of competencies, learning activities, and assessments throughout the academic year.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 24, 2023

They face pressures in their research, service, and increasingly in their teaching that the pandemic has made almost unbearable, and there seems to be no end in sight when it comes to the new tools, technologies, tips, and programs that faculty developers are rolling out to “support” their career advancement. Huddy, Shannon.

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Faculty Focus

MARCH 18, 2025

This represents just one way thoughtfully implemented AI can help us do more of what matters: creating meaningful learning experiences. Dr. Nathan Pritts is a leader in higher education, specializing in faculty development, instructional innovation, and the integration of emerging technologies in teaching and learning.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 24, 2023

They face pressures in their research, service, and increasingly in their teaching that the pandemic has made almost unbearable, and there seems to be no end in sight when it comes to the new tools, technologies, tips, and programs that faculty developers are rolling out to “support” their career advancement. Huddy, Shannon.

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Creatrix Campus

JUNE 27, 2024

Key Digital Tools and Technologies in Higher Education Course delivery, tracking, and administration platforms are referred to as Learning Management Systems (LMS). Learning experiences may be tailored to each student's requirements and performance level with the use of adaptive learning technologies.

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Faculty Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Institutions can foster connections through the following strategies: Virtual Mentorship Programs: Pairing students with mentors who provide guidance, support, and career advice can significantly enhance the online learning experience. Mentors can be faculty members, alumni, or industry professionals.

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Creatrix Campus

JUNE 25, 2023

Surveys and studies reveal the positive impact of CBCS on student outcomes and overall learning experiences. Additionally, 80% of students found CBCS beneficial for developing essential employability skills. This student-centric approach empowers learners to shape their educational journey and acquire a diverse skill set.

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Creatrix Campus

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Suggestions: Conduct faculty development sessions on Bloom's Taxonomy application. Define Pedagogical Tools for Course Outcomes Delivery Specify pedagogical tools and methodologies that align with the delivery of Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs). Suggestions: Provide faculty development programs on diverse pedagogical approaches.

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Faculty Focus

JANUARY 19, 2025

Conley is an accomplished educator and higher education leader, currently serving as the Dean of Teaching and Learning at Ivy Tech Community College. With over a decade of experience in academia, Dr. Conley specializes in fostering innovative teaching environments, promoting faculty development, and driving student success initiatives.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 29, 2024

Interdisciplinary learning allows students to acquire integrated perspectives and solution-focused strategies, leading to deeper assimilation of knowledge, the development of metacognitive skills, and critical thinking (Ivanitskaya et al.,

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Insight Into Diversity

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

ATSU is also creating a Grow Your Own faculty development program that offers a low-to-no-cost education designed to support students interested in academic medicine. The program is expected to launch in spring 2023. Engaging Middle Schoolers in Health Professions — Michigan Medicine University of Michigan Medical School.

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Continuous Learning Institute

MARCH 19, 2023

Pacansky-Brock is a noted leader in higher education with expertise in online teaching, course design, and faculty development. Her work has helped online instructors across the nation and beyond understand how to craft relevant, humanized online learning experiences that support the diverse needs of college students.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 29, 2024

Interdisciplinary learning allows students to acquire integrated perspectives and solution-focused strategies, leading to deeper assimilation of knowledge, the development of metacognitive skills, and critical thinking (Ivanitskaya et al.,

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Inside Higher Ed

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Aisha Lowe, vice chancellor of student learning, experience and impact at the California Community Colleges system, said while state lawmakers were crafting Assembly Bill 927, “our office was very clear, our chancellor was very clear, that we cannot support anything that gives another segment veto rights over our curriculum.

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Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

OCTOBER 15, 2024

Faculty members must attend four required workshops to be mentors with the program. “To To build real change in institutional practice means to engage with faculty, and faculty development has been a big part of Project upGRADS,” says Janssen, who adds that faculty must be intentional in creating a sense of belonging for graduate students.

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WCET Frontiers

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Rather than “going back to normal,” faculty are teaching more online and hybrid courses and more students are enrolling in them. It was honestly nice to know that no one has the “answer” for incorporating AI into the learning experience, but the journey to discovery was fun and helpful.

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Creatrix Campus

OCTOBER 4, 2024

Investing in Faculty Development as a Strategic Move Giving professors the freedom to take the lead in innovation is crucial in the rapidly evolving field of education. They throng on 360-degree courses and faculty evaluation tools to listen out students' opinions for improvement.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

DECEMBER 14, 2023

It involves a radical rethinking of teaching, learning, and credentialing processes. Universities are leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) to provide personalized learning experiences and to support faculty with AI assistants. Training programs focused on digital literacy and innovative teaching methods are essential.

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Creatrix Campus

MAY 29, 2023

Flexibility OBE offers versatility in terms of instructional strategies, evaluation techniques, and learning aids. Students are able to select the method that best suits their learning style and rate of progress thanks to this. Students benefit from a deeper knowledge of the material and improved memory thanks to this method.

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The Change Leader, Inc.

MARCH 4, 2025

Mobile-friendly learning experiences Many adult learners rely on smartphones for coursework, making mobile accessibility essential. Too often, faculty develop curriculum in silos, disconnected from the realities of the job market.

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Creatrix Campus

JULY 20, 2023

Enhance Teaching and Learning Practices Implement innovative and student-centered teaching methods that promote active learning, critical thinking, and collaboration. Provide faculty development programs and support services to enhance instructional effectiveness.

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ACPA

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Since 2017, I have contributed to the Institute on the Curricular Approach, starting as a Showcase Presenter in 2017, 2018, 2020, and 2022, and joining the faculty in 2019. In 2022, I served as the Assessment Co-Chair, overseeing assessment initiatives within the institute, and in 2023, I took on the role of Faculty Development Co-Chair.

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Inside Higher Ed

AUGUST 24, 2022

The inaugural Mid-Year Festival 2022, aka #MYFest22 , from Equity Unbound—an equity-focused, connected intercultural learning network that co-creates diverse, open learning experiences—was not a conference per se, nor was it similar to anyone’s local professional development.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 27, 2023

This additional layer of analysis revealed that mind maps used in this way encourage a new depth of student learning. The approach highlights the importance of engaging students in interactive and collaborative learning experiences to enhance their learning outcomes.

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Faculty Focus

AUGUST 27, 2023

This additional layer of analysis revealed that mind maps used in this way encourage a new depth of student learning. The approach highlights the importance of engaging students in interactive and collaborative learning experiences to enhance their learning outcomes.

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Today's Learner

APRIL 8, 2024

Can you picture a scenario where our universities leverage AI to offer personalized learning experiences that transcend traditional boundaries? Ongoing research is still required to assess GenAI’s impacts on learning processes and outcomes.

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