6 Tips for Using SALT in WebAssign for Statistics

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Reading Time: 3 minutesThe Statistical Analysis and Learning Tool (SALT) is a data analysis tool designed by statisticians. It helps you engage introductory students in data manipulation, analysis and interpretation without bogging them down in complex computations. SALT has been perfected through extensive partnerships with Statistics educators and in-class testing by both instructors and students. It’s a valuable […]

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Tips for Setting up and Managing Your Online Learning Platform

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Reading Time: 3 minutesKristin McDonald is a professor and Associate Chair of Human Services and Sociology at Post University   As the education landscape continues to shift, the demand to adopt online learning platforms is at an all-time high. Online learning provides students with the flexibility and self-paced options that they are seeking. Study after study reveals that […]

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How to Help Students Build Communication Skills

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Reading Time: 3 minutesDr. Ashley Hall is an adjunct instructor at Abilene Christian University   It’s no secret that communication skills are necessary for success in the workplace. Whether a person is sharing ideas, listening to feedback from others, composing a professional email or giving a presentation, communication skills are essential. Unfortunately, new graduates sometimes struggle to make […]

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What to Consider When Reviewing and Selecting Course Materials

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Reading Time: 3 minutesDonna Sue M. Shellman is a Program Coordinator and Instructor at Gaston College   During the past few decades, my faculty role has changed quite a bit. In my first years of teaching, I used a printed textbook and paper tests in the classroom. Now, I use a learning management system (LMS) for all methods […]

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My Favorite MindTap Feature: eTextbook Annotations

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Reading Time: 2 minutesDr. Ashley Hall is an adjunct instructor at Stephen F. Austin State University   Maybe you’re like me and you find that your students easily get overwhelmed with all the information thrown their way. To help them focus their attention and better prepare for assignments or class discussions, I use eTextbook annotations. The ability to […]

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Addressing Readiness Gaps in Calculus with WebAssign [GUIDE]

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Reading Time: 2 minutesWhen students enter a Calculus course, their knowledge levels can vary greatly. To help overcome Calculus prerequisite gaps and prepare your students for success, WebAssign offers resources that you can use in your Calculus course. Here’s how to use tools in WebAssign to support your Calculus students throughout the term, from start to finish. Support […]

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Faces of Faculty: The State of Faculty Jobs in 2022 [WHITE PAPER]

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Reading Time: < 1 minuteRachel Treinen is a Senior Manager, Marketing Content at Cengage. Rachel is a lover of storytelling, part-time photographer and full-time corgi mom.   Burnout. Compassion fatigue. Shifting student expectations. Uncertainty surrounding course modalities. These are concerns we’ve been hearing about for a while now when it comes to faculty well-being. It’s no secret that the […]

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What Do Students Want? The Research Might Surprise You

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Reading Time: 4 minutesResearch into the demand for and effectiveness of online learning in higher education has been happening for nearly two decades. In the fall of 2012, for example, some 6.7 million out of 20.6 million students had enrolled in an online course. The online learning industry continued to grow at a steady pace for several years […]

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