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Creating a Critical Mass of Engagement in a Gen Ed Lecture

A professor at the University of Oregon implemented an “active zone” in his physics course to promote interaction. The experiment resulted in more questions and feedback and a livelier classroom environment.

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3 Steps to Close the AI Confidence Gap

When professors clear the confidence hurdle, they can approach artificial intelligence use and implementation in the classroom thoughtfully and effectively, write Ellis Reeves and Angie Chase.

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A Book Club for Faculty Professional Development

Moorpark College created a community of practice centered around learning and instructional design. Faculty committed to apply evidence-based interventions in the classroom and saw improvements to their DFW rates.

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Trust Matters

Student Voice survey data indicates that students trust professors most and the president and other senior leaders least. What makes students trust certain campus groups more than others and how can trust be built?

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Study: Skipping Dev Ed Increases Student Success

A recent analysis finds placing students directly into college-level courses, rather than a more precise placement system, is key to learners’ success.

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Study: Improving STEM Equity With Helpful Syllabus Content

An evaluation of introductory biology syllabi from just under 100 colleges and universities finds the syllabus is often focused primarily on content and less likely to offer evidence-based practices for academic success.

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Career Development an ‘Unavoidable’ Part of the College Experience

Incoming students to Indiana University Bloomington’s College of Arts and Sciences will engage in guaranteed research and experiential learning activities, as well as career development work, to ensure their success after graduation.

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Students and Instructors Say AI Tool Helps With Understanding, Confidence in Course Materials

Recently published data from Macmillan Learning finds an embedded artificial intelligence tool can improve student learning and that students put up their own guardrails when using the tool.