Reading Time: < 1 minuteWhat do polar bears and great teachers have in common? They know how to break the ice! This age-old joke is the perfect thought starter for getting students engaged and communicating in your classroom—especially if you’re kicking off a new semester or course. Professor Shawn Orr of Ashland University is a big fan of ice […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesImposter Syndrome: it’s a buzzword often heard in conversations around career inadequacy or the pursuits of creative types trying to make it in competitive fields. But it doesn’t just affect young professionals after graduation—imposter syndrome can hold back students simply trying to succeed in college. What is Imposter Syndrome? The first substantial mention of the […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteDigital can be a distraction for students. But what if you could turn that distraction into an advantage? Check out the data on this infographic cheat sheet to learn how you can use digital tools in your course to drive student engagement. […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesAffordability is a topic on the forefront of everyone’s mind across higher education . For students, parents and institutions, the high rising costs of education is a serious and growing issue. Still, affordability is only half the battle. College is meant to prepare students for life outside the classroom—be it through better career options, graduate-level […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesLike you, we want to know what makes students tick. Confidence for one, plays a big part. But what exactly drives learner confidence? What lessons can instructors learn from students’ own experience—and which strategies, tactics and teaching tools can they use to boost student confidence? To find out, we went directly to the source, asking […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe higher education landscape is no stranger to change. For years, adaptive learning and personalized approaches dominated headlines. However, disappointing results forced instructors and institutions to revisit the drawing board. Now, the higher ed space is in a state of change, with educators hoping to convert new teaching methods and strategies into better learning outcomes. […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAre you considering adding digital to your classes or moving to a different solution? Facilitating digital learning is easier than you think, once you find a solution that works for you. When exploring your choices, make sure you look for the capabilities in this checklist. […]
Reading Time: 4 minutesThe topic of soft skills continues to be top of mind—and for good reason. We previously shared that our own recent study with Morning Consult found soft skills such as teamwork, leadership, detail orientation and communication are what employers seek most in candidates. Simply put, soft skills are essential for a student’s career success. But, as an […]
