Teaching Tips
Social Presence and Interaction in the Online Classroom
Fostering a dynamic and interactive atmosphere for your blended or online class can be difficult. If the well is dry, this article has a large variety of suggestions to help stimulate discussion and participation among your students.
What Is True Education?
Your view of education will influence the way you approach your studies. President David O. McKay offers a perspective worthy of your consideration.
Why Students Don’t Read: Strategies to increase student preparation for class
Students who say that they did not complete assigned readings suggested three ways that instructors might increase their motivation to complete the reading assignment.
Three Steps to Improve Your Teaching
These three key areas have been shown to make a real difference as you work to improve your students’ experience.
Use Elements of Cognitive Constructivism to Design Effective Learning Activities
As teachers we want to inspire our students as they engage with learning content. We wish for more than a cursory glance or a one-time use of the material from our students. Building learning activities that use cognitive constructivism can help your students. Read more for some simple steps to keep in mind when building learning activities.