Effective Faculty Development
Educause
AUGUST 31, 2023
On this episode, we discuss ways of effectively reaching faculty and how best to facilitate a sharing of ideas about teaching with technology.
How Pedagogy Drives Faculty Development in HyFlex Teaching
EdTech Magazine - Higher Education
MAY 19, 2023
Faculty can get overwhelmed at the prospect of learning how to use new technologies in the classroom — and trusting that those technologies will work during their classes.
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DUANE WATSON
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
MAY 7, 2023
Duane Watson Duane Watson has been named associate provost for faculty development at Vanderbilt University in Nashville. Mayborn Professor and professor of psychology and human development at Vanderbilt. in brain and cognitive sciences from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Watson serves as the Frank W.
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Keywords in higher ed: AI authoring tools
Academic Tech Tips
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023
As a student that has kept nearly every required textbook, I can reflect on the utility of such a cogent textbook concept, and now would like to transfer its reader-friendly approach to the great wide realm of instructional technologies—to start, within in the smaller realm of AI authoring tools for teaching and learning.
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Celebrating the Good
Continuous Learning Institute
MARCH 31, 2024
Technology as a Pedagogical Ally: The technology faculty were forced to use during the Great Shift to Online is now being leveraged to improve their craft for in-person instruction. Dual enrollment partnerships with K12 and internship partnerships with business and industry are just two examples.
OEE Scholar Interview Series: Dr. Sharla Berry
ACPA
MARCH 6, 2023
Dr. Berry is committed to using her research to support practitioners in teaching and leading with technology. At that time, there was a lot of talk about the future of technology. I grew interested in online learning and digital equity, and sought to bridge my interests in communication, technology, culture, and education.
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The Shift in Digital Learning Modalities: Is Higher Education Ready?
WCET Frontiers
MARCH 30, 2023
Some senior faculty are not able to fill their course loads during in-person traditional timeframes. Some faculty and staff now live in other states. An accrediting team questioned an institution as to why faculty development was not keeping up with increases in digital courses. Buildings feel a bit emptier.
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Learning to Surf: Supporting a Campus’s AI Needs
Faculty Focus
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What follows is a case study that can be adapted by a wide range of academic programs, such as faculty development centers, university learning centers, and writing centers. Faculty need empathetic support as they adapt to the technologies encroaching upon their familiar pedagogies.
The Power of Authentic Assessment in the Age of AI
Faculty Focus
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Although faculty development programs and curriculum designers have been calling for such (assessment practice) forms of assessment, today, we are more in need of it than ever before. Currently, she is working as a senior faculty development specialist at the Center for Teaching and Learning at Qatar University.
Learning to Surf: Supporting a Campus’s AI Needs
Faculty Focus
FEBRUARY 15, 2024
What follows is a case study that can be adapted by a wide range of academic programs, such as faculty development centers, university learning centers, and writing centers. Faculty need empathetic support as they adapt to the technologies encroaching upon their familiar pedagogies.
Key Takeaways: Best Practices for Faculty Recruitment and Retention in Higher Education
PeopleAdmin
JULY 7, 2023
We have to realize that our employees and faculty experienced loss of community, along with other losses, during the pandemic. We’ve also revamped policies to keep faculty on track for tenure, allowing extra time to take into account the new reality of work,” explained Janice. The pandemic shifted all of that for a long time.
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The Power of Authentic Assessment in the Age of AI
Faculty Focus
DECEMBER 12, 2023
Although faculty development programs and curriculum designers have been calling for such (assessment practice) forms of assessment, today, we are more in need of it than ever before. Currently, she is working as a senior faculty development specialist at the Center for Teaching and Learning at Qatar University.
Leaders weigh in on why the time to improve faculty affairs is now
University Business
JULY 21, 2023
which will discuss revamping faculty affairs in a post-pandemic world. Interfolio is a higher education technology company focused on faculty affairs. “It goes to the resiliency, impact and engagement of your faculty. The Interfolio 2023 Summit will be its first live convening of higher education leaders since 2019.
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Reflecting on Feedback and Insights from the 2023 WCET Annual Meeting
WCET Frontiers
NOVEMBER 30, 2023
Cheryl Dowd, WCET The WCET Annual Meeting and the SAN Coordinator Meeting are valuable opportunities to learn and share important goals and challenges when serving students using digital technologies, especially through interstate distance education. The name was “shaken up” by #chatgpt.
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20 step guide for implementing Outcome-Based Education
Creatrix Campus
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Suggestions: Conduct faculty development sessions on Bloom's Taxonomy application. Utilize technology for dynamic mapping adjustments based on assessment results. Suggestions: Provide faculty development programs on diverse pedagogical approaches. Establish a consensus on threshold levels for objective evaluation.
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Humanizing Online Learning with Dr. Michelle Pacansky-Brock
Continuous Learning Institute
MARCH 19, 2023
Pacansky-Brock is a noted leader in higher education with expertise in online teaching, course design, and faculty development. Currently, Michelle is Faculty Mentor, Online Teaching and Learning with the Foothill-DeAnza Community College District.
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How the Choice Based Credit System can Improve the Quality of Higher Education in India
Creatrix Campus
JUNE 25, 2023
Providing professional development opportunities and support is crucial for effective implementation. Infrastructure and Resources: CBCS may require additional resources, such as updated infrastructure, laboratories, and technology-enabled classrooms, to accommodate the diverse course offerings and ensure a conducive learning environment.
The push for more active learning spaces on campus
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 16, 2022
Researchers at the University of Minnesota found by 2010, for instance, that students in new, technology-enhanced learning spaces exceeded final grade expectations relative to their ACT scores. 1 strategic technology, with the group predicting that the then “experimental” trend would be “mainstream” by 2022.
The Power of Choice: Unlocking Student Engagement in the Online Classroom
Faculty Focus
MAY 30, 2023
In addition, she has interests in innovative faculty development and evaluation models, teaching and learning analytics, emergent instructional technology, and faculty workload considerations. Mandernach is an active researcher, author, presenter, and consultant in the field of online education.
The Five Things You Should be Doing to Prepare for AI’s First Full Year at College
WCET Frontiers
AUGUST 3, 2023
A comprehensive task force should include: IT, faculty, instructional designers, student support services (especially your campus accessibility office), faculty development, student affairs (especially your conduct office if your campus has one), general counsel, and, students.
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Inclusive Teaching Begins with Authenticity
Faculty Focus
JANUARY 24, 2023
They face pressures in their research, service, and increasingly in their teaching that the pandemic has made almost unbearable, and there seems to be no end in sight when it comes to the new tools, technologies, tips, and programs that faculty developers are rolling out to “support” their career advancement.
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Strategic Adaptation in Higher Education: Navigating 2024 and Beyond: Embracing Transformation and Resilience in Higher Education Business Models
The Change Leader, Inc.
DECEMBER 14, 2023
Convincing faculty and other stakeholders to embrace new business models, pedagogies, and technologies requires a delicate balance of respect for academic values and the persuasive articulation of a new vision for the future. Nowhere more evident was this in the growth of online education.
Writing Case Studies Using Generative AI: Intimate Debate Case Study
Faculty Focus
APRIL 2, 2024
This includes the OER faculty development course Forward Facing Assessments , downloadable free of charge from BCcampus. Journal of Educational Technology & Society, 12(3), 178-190. References Brown, H., Crawford, S., Miffitt, K., Mendolia-Moore, T., Venins, D., & Weiss, J. J., & Magjuka, R. Michel-Villarreal, R.,
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Artificial Intelligence Campus Adoption – New Report from WCET
WCET Frontiers
JULY 20, 2023
In April 2023, the WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technologies (WCET) undertook a national survey to ascertain how and why postsecondary institutions are using Artificial Intelligence to support instruction and learning, what policies are in place, and what are the perceived barriers to, and benefits for, its use.
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Inclusive Teaching Begins with Authenticity
Faculty Focus
JANUARY 24, 2023
They face pressures in their research, service, and increasingly in their teaching that the pandemic has made almost unbearable, and there seems to be no end in sight when it comes to the new tools, technologies, tips, and programs that faculty developers are rolling out to “support” their career advancement.
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The benefits and process of EQUIS Accreditation for European Higher Education
Creatrix Campus
APRIL 5, 2023
With the advent of software automation and digital technologies, there are several challenges and considerations that institutions should keep in mind as they navigate the EQUIS Accreditation process. This can require ongoing investment in staff and faculty development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Writing Case Studies Using Generative AI: Intimate Debate Case Study
Faculty Focus
APRIL 2, 2024
This includes the OER faculty development course Forward Facing Assessments , downloadable free of charge from BCcampus. Journal of Educational Technology & Society, 12(3), 178-190. References Brown, H., Crawford, S., Miffitt, K., Mendolia-Moore, T., Venins, D., & Weiss, J. J., & Magjuka, R. Michel-Villarreal, R.,
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Fostering Inclusivity Through True Support for Female Faculty
WCET Frontiers
JANUARY 23, 2024
Lessons Learned and Key Takeaways Five years ago, I moved from teaching into administration, specifically in faculty development. In supporting women faculty with disabilities during this time (including during a pandemic), their unique needs became clear to me in ways I had not considered before. Skyhorse, 2018.
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WCET Survey of Institutional Digital Learning Definitions – Preliminary Report on Key Themes, Insights, and Challenges
WCET Frontiers
OCTOBER 5, 2023
WCET – the WICHE Cooperative for Educational Technologies, gathered information relating to institutional definitions, policies, and procedures relating to digital learning definitions (such as distance, online, hyflex, hybrid, etc.) There are also increased faculty development and instructional design needs and requirements.
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2023 Seal of Excelencia
Diverse: Issues in Higher Education
OCTOBER 9, 2023
“Some of the data used to make decisions came from needs surveys, student satisfaction survey[s], usage tracking programs, freshman introductory course data, and anecdotal stories shared by ASU staff and faculty. Some are focusing on faculty development, digital technology, basic needs, other areas beyond what we’ve asked in the past.
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Supporting Student Success in Higher Education: A Comprehensive Guide
Creatrix Campus
JULY 20, 2023
Provide faculty development programs and support services to enhance instructional effectiveness. Foster a sense of community through events, workshops, and networking opportunities that enhance social connections and student development. Embrace Technology Leverage technology to enhance student learning and engagement.
Understanding Outcome Based Education: Definition, Implementation, and Benefits
Creatrix Campus
MAY 29, 2023
Limited Access to Technology: Using technology, such as Learning Management Systems (LMS) and data analytics tools, may be necessary to implement OBE. Implementing OBE in some institutions may be significantly hampered by limited access to technology. Manually managing this data can be time-consuming and error-prone.
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The Higher Education Council (HEC) in Bahrain: Ensuring Quality and Excellence in Higher Ed Institutions
Creatrix Campus
FEBRUARY 26, 2023
Boosting the quality of teaching and learning in higher education institutions and supporting initiatives to promote student success and development. Providing guidance and support to institutions in the development of their academic programs and the implementation of new technologies and pedagogical approaches.
The five topics independent school leaders were most curious about in the past year
EAB
AUGUST 25, 2023
AskEAB's five most popular research requests in 2022-2023 *The "Other" category includes a wide range of additional questions on topics like purchasing various technologies, surveys, and emergency weather drills. Faculty and staff professional development. Faculty morale, faculty recruitment, and faculty compensation.
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Building community in online conferences, events (opinion)
Inside Higher Ed
AUGUST 24, 2022
In the case of MYFest, we were awarded a Hewlett Foundation grant that allowed for the foundational overhead cost, and it covered the labor of the main facilitators and some of the invited guest facilitators, as well as the technology needed to run the event. ” More than 300 participants from five continents joined us.
How Machine Learning and AI Can Benefit Higher Ed: Changing Higher Ed Podcast 145 with Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton with Guest Michael Feldstein
The Change Leader, Inc.
MARCH 7, 2023
To help higher ed decision-makers avoid getting too caught up in the negative hype, Dr. Drumm McNaughton discusses these technologies with Michael Feldstein , chief accountability officer at e-Literate. About Our Guest Michael Feldstein has been an educator and a student of educational technology for over 30 years.
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Going Through the Motions of Active Learning and Engagement
Mistaken Goal
MAY 22, 2014
That’s made even easier since I have a foot in the world of faculty development and significant formal education in postsecondary education – students, organizations, pedagogies, etc. – so I know about the large collection of tools, strategies, and ideas we have to use in classrooms, workshops, and other environments.
Embracing a New Model for Higher Education Governance Part 2: The Updated Board Duties
The Change Leader, Inc.
OCTOBER 2, 2021
Boards are charged with overseeing an institution’s mission, vision, values, strategic direction, financial health, academic quality, student success, community engagement, diversity, inclusion, research, faculty development, campus safety, and more. Evolving with a holistic approach is more important now than it’s ever been.
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Many New Ideas are Quite Old
Mistaken Goal
JULY 21, 2014
It’s very common for us to worry about the effect of technology on our personal lives and psyches. Even outside of student affairs, I echo these ideas on a regular basis as I work to bridge the curriculum and co-curriculum from my vantage point in faculty development. It is something we create. ” (p.
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Rising higher ed leaders tackle campus challenges in EAB’s fellowship
EAB
AUGUST 9, 2023
Scholastica Student Success Improving success for pre-health students Joe Fritsch, Ph.D., Assistant Vice President, Institutional Strategy & Effectiveness, Mississippi State University University Research Supporting undergraduate research and challenging assumptions R.
The Administration of a Higher Education Faculty Online Learning Community
Faculty Focus
JULY 2, 2023
These resources provide the mechanisms for continuous improvement of content, instruction, pedagogy, and that faculty are comfortable and practiced in the effective use of technology that the university has provided for online learning. Faculty development for online instruction in higher education. Education Today.
The Administration of a Higher Education Faculty Online Learning Community
Faculty Focus
JULY 2, 2023
These resources provide the mechanisms for continuous improvement of content, instruction, pedagogy, and that faculty are comfortable and practiced in the effective use of technology that the university has provided for online learning. Faculty development for online instruction in higher education. Education Today.
When Ancient Wisdom Meets Byte-Sized Brilliance
Today's Learner
APRIL 8, 2024
” As the shock subsides, Socrates would discern a familiar spirit in these new technologies—a shared commitment to inquiry, critical thinking, and shaping young minds. Certainly, challenges remain in integrating these technologies thoughtfully, equitably, and in harmony with humanistic values.
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Carnegie Mellon–Africa receives $275M investment
Inside Higher Ed
SEPTEMBER 9, 2022
million investment in the institution, and in higher education development across Africa. CMU-Africa was established as CMU-Rwanda in 2011 as a partnership between the Rwandan government and the Pittsburgh-based university renowned for its engineering and technology programs. ambassador’s house.
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