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Rapping for Review, Retention, and Recall

Posted on October 17, 2023 (October 17, 2023)

In Dr. Diego Arias’ BUS 3190 Course, an Active Learning Assignment Grants Students an Opportunity to Demonstrate their Lyrical Stylings and Knowledge of Economic Theories As educators, we often look for new ways of bringing innovation to our classroom through content, activities, assessments, and assignments. Specifically, many instructors look for innovative modes of active engagement […]

Course Content and Curriculum: Encouraging Belonging

Posted on October 6, 2023 (January 18, 2024)

Fostering a sense of belonging in the classroom (whether online or in person) begins with the syllabus and the behaviors of the instructor in the first course meetings. The continued welcoming behaviors by the educator, such as the provision of open and safe classroom spaces, the opportunities for student voices to be heard, and the […]

Mid-Semester Assessment of Teaching Program

Posted on September 28, 2023 (September 28, 2023)

The Mid-Semester Assessment of Teaching Program is offered by the Center for Excellence in Teaching & Learning (CETL) at the University of Detroit Mercy. This is an excellent opportunity for faculty reflection on teaching as we move into the second half of each semester. The project is intended to grant faculty the means to review and […]

Remote Proctoring with LockDown Browser

Posted on September 26, 2023 (September 27, 2023)

By Russell Davidson, Associate Director for Digital Education, Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning What is LockDown Browser? Respondus LockDown Browser provides a more secure environment for online testing. LockDown Browser itself is a separate web browser (like Internet Explorer, Firefox, or Chrome) specifically geared toward taking online tests. LockDown Browser may be used […]

Podcasting as a Mode of Assessment

Posted on September 26, 2023 (September 26, 2023)

Below, you will find a curated list of resources and guides to incorporate a podcasting assignment or assignments in your courses. Instructor Resources Helpful Overview of Implementing a Podcasting Assignment from Beginning to End: https://blog.tcea.org/simple-process-template-student-podcasting/ Assignment Overview and Application: https://mediacommons.psu.edu/faculty/instructors-guide-to-media-activities/basic-podcasting-assignment/ New York Times Podcast Assignment: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/19/learning/lesson-plans/project-audio-teaching-students-how-to-produce-their-own-podcasts.html New York Times Step-by-Step Guide for Podcasting: nytimes.com/2020/04/22/learning/making-a-podcast-that-matters-a-guide-with-examples-from-23-students.html NPR […]

Utilizing the Syllabus to Reinforce Belonging

Posted on September 22, 2023 (January 18, 2024)

First impressions matter. The syllabus is often a student’s first introduction to the instructor and their course. Students may be anxious or uncertain about what to expect, especially if they are part of an often marginalized group. Likewise, it is important that instructors use language that models respect and normalizes challenges and the use of […]

Transformative Travel for Faculty: Insights from Cuba 2023

Posted on September 19, 2023 (January 16, 2024)

By Dr. Erin Bell, Assistant Director of Educational Development Educators often highlight the importance and benefits of international travel for their students. Given the global nature of the workplace as well as the tenets of the Detroit Mercy mission, study abroad programs can be a significant part of a student experience as they provide numerous […]

Creating a Sense of Student Belonging: A Quick-Start Guide

Posted on September 19, 2023 (January 18, 2024)

Part of creating a sense of student belonging is recognizing that all of us come from different backgrounds, filled with cultural mores, commonalities, expectations, and more. Instructors can establish norms for classroom behavior while honoring the individuality of each participant and their backgrounds. Listed below are some quick-start steps to set the stage for a […]

Resources Regarding Growth Mindset

Posted on September 12, 2023 (September 12, 2023)

Additional Resources about Mindsets and Learning Dweck, Carol S. (2016). Mindset: The New Psychology of Success. Updated edition Ballantine Books Trade Paperback ed., Ballantine Books, Permalink: https://dalnet-primo.hosted.exlibrisgroup.com/permalink/f/d9s986/01DAL_UDM_ALMA2193729970003254 Here, Dweck explores the concept of mindset and its impact on personal and professional development. Dweck argues that individuals can possess either a fixed mindset or a growth […]

Reinforcing Growth Mindset Throughout the Semester

Posted on September 12, 2023 (January 18, 2024)

There are numerous occasions for instructors to underscore the growth mindset sensibility in all that they accomplish throughout the semester. While growth mindset language should be included in the syllabus (as explored in additional resources in this toolkit) instructors can also highlight growth mindset concepts during their very first course sessions as they map out […]