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University Services: The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning

Posted on September 20, 2022 (September 20, 2022)

For those newer to the University, the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning is a department established as a source of pedagogical expertise for University of Detroit Mercy faculty. The CETL is in place to: Promote inquiry Inspire perspectives Support methodology Innovate teaching and scholarship A great deal of our efforts go toward coordinating […]

The Student Success Center

Posted on April 26, 2022 (August 8, 2022)

By Mia Hairston, CETL Staff SSC provides peer conducted, academic support to students by means of one-on-one tutoring facilitated both online and in person. Remediation can also be provided by way of the learning studios which are weekly study sessions held in a group format. Listed below are the various programs offered by SSC and […]

A Vinyasa Approach to Self-Care and Reflection

Posted on April 12, 2022 (October 6, 2022)

by Mia Hairston, CETL Staff By Mia Hairston, CETL Staff Many of us have come to know or love yoga as a combining of physical, mental, and spiritual methods to quiet the mind, to release tension in the body, and to combat stress. The many variations of yoga and the accompanying techniques may leave one […]

Project-Based Learning 101

Posted on March 1, 2022 (March 1, 2022)

by Mia Hairston, CETL Staff “Education is not preparation for life; education is life itself” – John Dewey Active-learning modalities continue to enhance traditional teaching and learning methodologies, promoting inquiry-based, multidisciplinary, and authentic outcomes. Such approaches require greater levels of intention and effort on behalf of educators and students. Student-driven project-based experiences have been proven […]

Service Learning

Posted on March 1, 2022 (March 18, 2022)

A method of teaching that engages students in direct service as an essential part of the course to help meets its learning objectives. Picture courtesy of Pexels. […]

Pedagogical Practice: Service Learning

Posted on February 28, 2022 (September 6, 2023)

By Timia Hairston, CETL Staff Hundreds of University of Detroit Mercy students pursue service learning opportunities as the means to fulfill an academic requirement each year. What they may not know is that embarking on such an experience can also lead them to be inspired and fulfilled, both civically and personally. Our founders understood the […]

Experiential Learning

Posted on February 18, 2022 (August 6, 2024)

An educational approach where students gain knowledge, skills, and values from direct experiences outside a traditional academic setting. It emphasizes active engagement and reflection, allowing learners to apply what they have learned in practical, real-world contexts. This method fosters deeper understanding and retention of knowledge by involving students in hands-on activities and encouraging them to […]

Constructivism

Posted on February 18, 2022 (February 18, 2022)

An educational theory developed by Jean Piaget based upon the belief that learner’s construct knowledge through experiences and socialization. Photo courtesy of Pexels. […]

Project-Based Learning

Posted on February 15, 2022

Project-based learning allows students to actively engage in real-world projects. Such an approach allows students to investigate and respond to an authentic, engaging, and complex problem or challenges with sustained attention. This is a learner-centered approach which fosters critical thinking skills. Photo courtesy of Pexels. […]

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