Learn how to effectively incorporate active learning strategies in college-level STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) classrooms in this 8-module, self-paced, asynchronous online course. Originally created with funding from the National Sciences Foundation, this course teaches about: how to engage students in active learning in classrooms using strategies such as peer instruction and problem-based learning; developing methods to help your…
Consider how learning environments can interact with neurodiversity to mobilize strengths and explore some instructional strategies to leverage these strengths in this workshop. Cap: 75; closed for registration.
Learn about the value of encouraging metacognitive reflection for students, explore strategies and strengths of various feedback practices, and reflect on how metacognitive feedback impacts student learning. Cap 40; at capacity and closed for registration.
Learn about existing uses of culturally sustaining pedagogy (CSP) in higher education and how to use CSP principles to foster a dynamic learning environment. Cap: 25; registration opens on Monday, October 27th at 10am CT and closes once capacity is reached.
To broaden participation in research and make STEM disciplines more inclusive, instructors can demystify research early and often. One promising way to do this is to bring research practices into the classroom. This 4-part, self-paced online short course introduces strategies that instructors can use to connect students with meaningful, research-aligned learning experiences, no matter their starting point. By the end…
