…guest expert talks (for example, compile a list of the three most interesting things the guest said). Have students research the guest expert’s background or area of expertise and prepare…
…and test anxiety are two of the most common. Many professors try to mitigate these issues through two time-honored pedagogical tactics: a participation grade and extra credit questions on tests….
…allows you to input multiple choice questions in advance, but you can also add polling questions on the spot. Polling allows students to vote and/or answer anonymously. If you have…
…start talking. They start consulting resources, asking each other questions, asking me questions, and trying their best to work through the challenge. This is positive chaos. However, overall, the lesson…
…sessions, or students can just be encouraged to ask each other questions. Generally, students are more comfortable asking each other than asking the teacher. Obviously, any modification means the results…
…may vary,” Ragan says. “Maybe the 18-to-22-year-olds aren’t really interested in this idea of learning community. They might say ‘I’ve got that covered. I’ve got my friends. I don’t need…
…supposed to teach everything? Perhaps some of what students need can be taught without devoting actual class time to teaching those skills. For example, Kimberly Tanner thinks we can help…
…you! Feedback data from participants Read through the feedback. 1. Feedback is only as useful as the questions you ask. Did you ask about understanding? Did you encourage questions and…
