Students, (and faculty): it is time to get serious about Generative AI. According to the World Economic Forum, 70% of the skills used in most jobs will change due to AI. In colleges, The vast majority of students use AI for homework and find it more helpful than traditional tutors. The rapid adoption and development […] The post Future-Proof Students’ (and Our) Careers by Building Uniquely Human Capacities appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
In the fast-paced, demanding world of college education, joy might not be the first thing that comes to mind when we think about teaching. But bringing joy into the classroom can make a real difference; it boosts student engagement, sparks creativity, and supports academic success. Joyful learning is about building a space where curiosity can […] The post From Lectures to Laughter: Strategies to Spark Joy in the Classroom appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
Higher education provides students with the opportunity to participate in a diverse range of academic programs that facilitate further exploration beyond the classroom. Participating in a guided research project offers valuable exposure to discipline-specific inquiry. Under the mentorship of a faculty research advisor, students gain critical skills such as project management, research methods, and early […] The post Supporting the Student Researcher: Effective Teaching, Learning, and Engag...| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
Every new technology brings with it a moment of reckoning and a lot of noise. Higher education has always had its share of both. We’re good at asking questions, kicking the tires, holding things at arm’s length until we’re sure it’s worth leaning in. But AI hasn’t given us that luxury. It arrived fast, and […] The post How We Think, How We Teach: Five Ways to Think About AI in Faculty Work appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
Shy students do not come to office hours nor seek the advice of faculty members. In the college classroom, they are quiet and reserved and may appear nervous or lacking confidence. Professors know the keys to success in college and gladly share these with students who ask our advice or visit our office, but assertive […] The post The Urgency for Outreach to Shy College Students appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
I remember talking to my students about GenAI for the first time, almost three years ago. We covered the uses and limitations of some tools. We talked about the danger of losing our own voice. We talked about the importance of writing in our own words, even if the end product isn’t as neat as […] The post How To Teach With AI Transparency Statements appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
In higher education, assignment titles often serve a functional purpose, indicating the sequence of assignments rather than their specific objectives. However, intentionally structuring assignment titles and formats can significantly influence student engagement and learning outcomes, especially in online courses. Applying adult learning theory, we redesigned assignments to emphasize process-based learning and offer scaffolded opportunities for […] The post More Than a Name: How Assignment ...| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
Discover how AI is reshaping higher education—shift from policing misuse to fostering AI fluency, authentic learning, and process-based assessment.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
Even as in-person classes return post-pandemic, online courses haven’t gone away. In fact, many students still opt for online learning because of the flexibility it offers. But one thing is clear: not all online courses are created equal, and one of the biggest differences lies in something many instructors overlook: the course webpage. Whether you’re […] The post Design Smarter, Teach Better: How Thoughtful Course Webpages Can Improve Online Learning appeared first on Faculty Focus |...| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
Students learn just as much from who we are as educators as they do from what we teach. While content is important, the way faculty members carry themselves, how they communicate, lead, and treat others, can leave an even deeper impact on students’ personal and professional growth. This article explains that educators who use servant […] The post Serving to Lead: The Transformative Role of Servant Leadership in Higher Education appeared first on Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning
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In every course there are certain core concepts and principles that are important for each student to learn, develop into useful knowledge, and apply appropriately. What’s not important is how they learn these core concepts.| Faculty Focus | Higher Ed Teaching & Learning