Resources and Articles

Explore the Updated CETL Website and My Hub

Posted on November 3, 2026 by Timia Hairston

By: Michael L. Verdusco, CETL Director The CETL website has a new homepage and menu organized around what you need to do. Whether you want to register for a session, get help with Blackboard, or rethink a course, the updated layout helps you find the resources you need. The update also introduces My Hub, a […]

In the News: AI, Education, and Policy Overview

Posted on November 3, 2026 (November 3, 2026) by Mike Verdusco

This briefing covers recent developments at the intersection of artificial intelligence, higher education, and the workforce. Key themes include leadership accountability in AI use, evolving federal and accreditation standards, and the shifting value of degrees in an AI-exposed labor market. Dartmouth provost resigns after AI-writing investigation Source/Date: Associated Press | October 29, 2026 Summary: Dartmouth […]

AI In the News: What We’re Reading

Posted on October 2, 2026 (November 3, 2026) by Timia Hairston

A curated collection of articles highlighting how artificial intelligence is shaping higher education, work, and society. The Pangram backlash unfolding on college campuses Source/Date: The Atlantic, September 21, 2026 Summary: The Atlantic reports that improved AI detectors are gaining campus interest, but faculty and administrators remain divided over accuracy, privacy and the risk of treating […]

Knowledge 101: Know Where to Go

Posted on October 2, 2026 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

Mia Hairston, CETL Program Coordinator You may know CETL for providing workshops on a variety of educational topics or as the go-to for support services on all things academic technology. All in all, our goal is, and always has been, to support faculty in meaningful teaching and learning, and that support takes many forms. One […]

Using Current Events as a Teaching Tool

Posted on March 12, 2026 (March 12, 2026) by Timia Hairston

By Felicia A. Grey, Ph.D., Political Science Professor I. IntroductionI grew up watching the news. In my native Jamaica where I spent most of my formative years, watching the news was a central part of my upbringing. Prime Time News was aired each night at 7:00 pm. At that time, all of us had to […]

Reflection: Designing Learning with Intention in the Jesuit Mercy Tradition

Posted on March 10, 2026 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

By Dr. Marion J. Tate, Ph.D., CETL Assistant Director of Educational Development Within the Jesuit and Mercy educational traditions, teaching is never limited to the transmission of knowledge alone. Alternatively, it calls educators to design learning environments that support the development of the whole person, cultivate reflective learners, and foster intellectual growth. Reflection is a Jesuit practice that invites us to pause, […]

Designing for Metacognition: Incentivize Thinking That Transforms Learning

Posted on February 2, 2026 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

By Dr. Marion J. Tate, Ph.D., CETL Assistant Director of Educational Development Metacognition is the habit of thinking about and understanding one’s own thinking, which is essential for meaningful learning (Fan et al., 2024; McGuire & McGuire, 2023; Richmond et al., 2017). Yet, a persistent challenge remains: How can instructors help students develop this habit […]

Comparing Weighted & Point-Based Grading

Posted on November 13, 2025 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

By: L. Michael Verdusco, PhD, CETL Director Weighted Grading: Balancing Importance and Impact Weighted grading offers several advantages for both instructors and students. One of the main benefits is that it allows instructors to assign different levels of importance to various assignments. For example, projects or exams can carry more weight than homework, reflecting their […]

Reflection: Social Interaction Theory and Chatbot Design

Posted on September 17, 2025 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

By Marion J. Tate, CETL Assistant Director of Educational Development Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the way educators design and deliver learning experiences. Among its many applications, the use of AI chatbots offers new opportunities for experiential learning grounded in social interaction. One example is using chatbots for the simulation of real-world challenges. By integrating […]

Pen to Pad: Journaling as a Path to Self-Care

Posted on September 11, 2025 (October 25, 2026) by Timia Hairston

By Mia Hairston, CETL Program Coordinator Fall is the perfect time to jump-start a new self-care practice. Before midterms, daylight savings, and the winter blues creep in, journaling can be just the thing to promote grounding, peace, and connection with the present. Journaling is a reflective practice that can take many forms. It can take […]