Reading Time: 2 minutesAuthor: Emily Farris, Texas Christian University The question I used to dread second to “is this going to be on the test?” used to be “do you make a study guide?” Students are understandably anxious about exams, and I try to do my best to alleviate those nerves with smaller open book assignments, access to […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteOn its face, an asynchronous conversation conducted via a discussion board may not seem as personal or immediate as a conversation that takes place in a more traditional classroom. However, an online discussion can be just as spirited, enlightening, and engaging as one taking place in the face-to-face environment — if it is facilitated well. […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesStudents often approach Finite Mathematics and Applied Calculus with different levels of preparedness and learning styles. As an instructor, you need to determine how best to evaluate your students when they enter the classroom and ensure they fully understand the concepts when they leave. In WebAssign, we’ve created course materials that address student readiness and conceptual […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesYou may feel disconnected from your students in an online environment, but you don’t have to be. Engage students in your online course with these six tips to keep your students on track. 1) Engage Students with Short, Frequent Assignments Each week schedule a few short assignments to regularly engage students in course topics and […]
Reading Time: < 1 minuteAwakening the Zombie: How to Transform Your Class with Active Learning – a presention by: Shawn Orr, Ashland University In her webinar on active learning, Shawn Orr pointed to a number of helpful resources to integrate active learning into your classroom. Watch the recorded session below. We’ve compiled a comprehensive list of the […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesA challenging part of moving online is the limited face-to-face time and interactions you get to have with your students. When students are on their own, they may get frustrated when they can’t figure out how to solve a problem. You can help resolve this – by transitioning your office hours online and using your […]
Reading Time: 3 minutesCengage Faculty Partner Scott Crawford has found great success in using the WebAssign Discussion Board forums to promote learning. Keep reading for Scott’s 10 peer tips for using a discussion board and discover what he’s learned. 1) Require Students to Post & Respond to Others I’ve heard many students say, “I thought the discussion board was silly, […]
Reading Time: 2 minutesSeventy-two officers in Philadelphia were placed on desk duty because of social media posts on their personal sites. This brings up a lot of questions, but also lessons we can share with our students. For all of the details of the case, this NPR article is a great starting point: 72 Philadelphia Police Officers Placed […]
