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Event Series Teaching the Whole Student

Teaching the Whole Student

102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono
Virtual Event Virtual Event

Our students bring with them a diverse number of perspectives and experiences. To truly embrace and value this diversity, we will delve into student identities and case studies throughout the semester using a persona-driven approach. By viewing course design through the lens of these varied identities, participants will uncover actionable strategies to create more inclusive, equitable, […]

American Refuge: CITL & OIP Joint Book Discussion

102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

Building off of our joint book discussion on the experiences of international students in the US, the Office of International Programs and CITL will co-host a book discussion on the experiences of refugees and refugee students in the US with the reading and discussion of American Refuge: True stories of the Refugee Experience* by Dr. Diya […]

Teaching and Observing Active Learning Classrooms

102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

Are you new to teaching in an active learning classroom (ALC)?  Or perhaps you need some new ideas and inspiration? Throughout the semester, participants will observe instructors teaching in ALCs classroom and meet monthly to discuss designing for ALCs, common challenges and solutions along with essential considerations. Additionally, the program has an orientation prior to […]

Alternative Grading to Promote Authentic Learning Experiences

102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

In recent years, alternative grading methods have gained attention for promoting authentic, growth-focused learning. These approaches better reflect student progress and are often more appreciated by students, reducing point-chasing and competition. Approaches to new grading approaches are all defined differently, but all focus on student learning.   Alternate Mondays from 12:00-1:00pm starting on Jan 27th

Alternative Grading to Promote Authentic Learning Experiences

102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

In recent years, alternative grading methods have gained attention for promoting authentic, growth-focused learning. These approaches better reflect student progress and are often more appreciated by students, reducing point-chasing and competition. Approaches to new grading approaches are all defined differently, but all focus on student learning.   Alternate Mondays from 12:00-1:00pm starting on Jan 27th

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