We embrace a remote teaching and learning environment at this time. Consider 10 online teaching tips, and the MSHE context of each tip, based on insight from Dr. Michael Wesch, professor of cultural anthropology at Kansas State University. While these tips have responded well with students, we appreciate your comfort level and willingness in adopting
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Do you plan to develop an assignment that involves a timeline or some form of historical analysis? The Timeline JS tool is an attractive, user-friendly way to communicate this information. Make Your Timeline Your timeline is based on information you enter in a spreadsheet. Access the Google Sheet template here. Within the spreadsheet, you should
The uncertainty of students’ home environments, particularly in how they access class from home, can affect how they access course materials. MSHE has suggested polling students on their home-based technology access and availability. Consider the following insights and model to accommodate varying levels of student access to your course. Be concise and intentional in Canvas
Given higher education’s sudden shift to remote teaching and learning, many have navigated Zoom as an alternative classroom. Some security concerns have emerged, including “Zoombombing” — hackers finding ways to disrupt Zoom class sessions. Learn how to safeguard your classroom as well as what not to do to keep your account and remote classroom secure.
Northwestern University Information Technology team (NU-IT) released an upgrade Oct. 19, 2019, that clarifies a fair grading process in Canvas. Canvas now more clearly designates the hiding and posting of grades, designed to give students a fair review of the grades and feedback on a given assignment. “Mute Assignment” is now “Hide Grades,” while “Unmute
Padlet is a discussion platform used to engage students in dialogue and idea-sharing in a digital space. Padlet can be used to: Post weekly news and current events pertaining to course concepts Facilitate student comments and other media sharing—peer-to-peer reflection Develop a database of discussion forums that students can reference later in papers and presentations
Bloom’s Taxonomy illustrates the level of knowledge comprehension you expect from students. Benjamin Bloom led the development of one of the first instructional models: Bloom’s Taxonomy (Bloom et al., 1956; Anderson et al., 2001). The model is based on intended learning outcomes, particularly the level of knowledge comprehension. The original taxonomy (Bloom et al. 1956)
Consider Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction when you want to lead with and frequently integrate activity with conceptual understanding. Robert Gagne developed the Gagne’s Nine Events of Instruction in 1992 (Gagne, Briggs, & Wager, 1992). This model expands the knowledge integration approach that Merrill’s First Principles outlines. Introductory activity Entice student interest in topic through
Merrill’s First Principles of Instruction are effective for problem-based learning, application, and integration with life experiences. M. David Merrill developed Merrill’s First Principles of Instruction in 2002 (Merrill, 2002). It is a problem-based learning model aimed at activating the learning process, introducing knowledge, applying that knowledge, and integrating the learning experience outside of the classroom.
The Action Mapping model works for specific projects or activities—when specific roles, information, and action lead to a central goal. Training designer Cathy Moore developed the Action Mapping model in 2008 (“Action Mapping,” 2018). It comprises three steps aimed at achieving specific goals in specific contexts. This model links concepts to practices in a course