PDF version When it comes to teaching, it is essential to not only consider how we teach but to take into account how our students learn. We will typically choose a teaching style with which we are most comfortable. However, … Continue reading →

PDF version Soon after the beginning of the semester, you may have received a MIO about one or more of your students with an attached form titled “Academic Accommodation Form for Students with Disabilities.” Here’s some advice on how to … Continue reading →

PDF version There are two ways of perceiving the course outline; as a mandatory document describing the learning goals and assessments of your course for legal purposes, or as a pedagogical tool used to enhance student success. When phrased this … Continue reading →

PDF version Over the last four years, the PDO has published five teaching tips with regard to the first week of teaching (Setting the Tone from Day One, So You Survived Day One- Now What?, Ice Breaker Suggestions for a … Continue reading →

PDF Version The tone set in the last few classes of the semester is as important for teachers and students as the tone set in the first classes. The way in which you wrap up the semester has the potential … Continue reading →

PDF Version Blogging can be a powerful teaching and learning tool. Blogging allows users to share ideas and opinions in virtual spaces that can connect people. Educational blogs encourage critical reflection and dialogue with peers and teachers both within and … Continue reading →

PDF version Before an exam or test, you may find that a number of your students are very nervous or stressed. Stress can either give us the drive to overcome whatever challenge we’re facing or can overwhelm us and cause … Continue reading →

PDF version What do you do when you can’t find a text book that aligns well with your course or when you want to combine the most relevant parts of a textbook along with journal articles and extra readings? You make … Continue reading →

PDF version Much thought and effort are put in to the creation of a test. After writing test questions (see Teaching Tips: Developing Effective Questions and Effective Multiple Choice Questions) and planning rubrics (see Teaching Tip: Rubrics for Assessment), the … Continue reading →

PDF version As the end of semester approaches, final exams and assessments become a focus for both students and teachers. For teachers, depending on your department, multiple choice questions may make up the bulk of a test or they may … Continue reading →