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Beyond Evaluation: Using Peer Observation to Strengthen Teaching Practices

Faculty Focus

This isolation can hinder their professional development and growth, especially if they do not take the time to reflect on their own teaching methods and practices. Exploring peer observation models, their stages, and practical methods and resources for use in higher education are all part of this process.

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ENGAGEMENT: The Secret Sauce to Effective Faculty Professional Development

Faculty Focus

There are two words that often cause faculty to become disgruntled: professional development. The concept of professional development is not the sole issue; the disdain comes from the lack of purpose and the ineffectiveness. Professional development should be an enriching and meaningful experience for adults.

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Improving Hiring Practices in Higher Education to Overcome GEM Staffing Challenges

Liaison International

GEM leaders need multifaceted strategies, including refined hiring practices, professional development, and technology adoption, to stabilize and support their teams. Leaders who advocate for hybrid or remote work models may find it easier to recruit talent, especially in a competitive labor market.

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ENGAGEMENT: The Secret Sauce to Effective Faculty Professional Development

Faculty Focus

There are two words that often cause faculty to become disgruntled: professional development. The concept of professional development is not the sole issue; the disdain comes from the lack of purpose and the ineffectiveness. Professional development should be an enriching and meaningful experience for adults.

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Tech-Enhanced Learning in Rural Areas: How Digital Access Drives Education

WCET Frontiers

But today, advancements in technology are rewriting the educational narrative for rural students. This shift goes beyond integrating technology—it’s about rethinking education to serve every student, everywhere. Creating a tech-forward educational model that is inclusive and flexible requires funding and thoughtful policy.

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New Technology and Attitudes Emerge from the Pandemic

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

In general, it’s really opened conversations about flexibility and thinking about how we can use technology to be more inclusive to provide opportunities.” Making the shift and continued development Luoma was on Yale University’s faculty initiatives team when the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020.

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Enhancing Access, Engagement, and Inclusion in Online Education

Faculty Focus

Assistive Technologies: Integrating assistive technologies, such as screen readers and speech-to-text tools, can enhance accessibility for students with disabilities. These funds can cover unexpected expenses, such as technology upgrades or internet access.