Three articles in the February issue of the Teaching Professor newsletter deal with peer learning—a large category that includes activities through which students learn from
Interleaving is not a well-known term among those who teach, and it’s not a moniker whose meaning can be surmised, but it’s a well-researched study
Good instructional decision-making rests on accurate information. And in the case of tests and exams, we should be seeking student input more often than we
The line between collaboration and cheating is fuzzy. It’s still clear at the edges, but messy in the middle. When students are working in groups,
A lot of good research has been done on participation in college classrooms. Here are some key findings and references that provide excellent background and
Previous research and firsthand experience for most of us verify that attendance in class improves performance. Many of our students would still like to believe
Another year, another collection of posts and comments. Another time to say thank you for your faithful readership and express grateful appreciation to Faculty Focus’
To: My Students
From: Your Professor
Re: Studying for Finals
The end of the semester is rarely pretty. You’re tired; I’m tired. You’ve
It’s time to hand back the exams, and no one has done well. You’re as disappointed as your students will be when they see their
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