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Ten Tips for More Efficient and Effective Grading Practices - 0 views

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Everyone's looking for a way to make grading more efficient without sacrificing effectiveness. Most of these tips boil down to finding ways to make feedback engaging, usually by focusing on things the student can do to improve (in a rewrite or on the next assignment).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Everyone's looking for a way to make grading more efficient without sacrificing effectiveness. Most of these tips boil down to finding ways to make feedback engaging, usually by focusing on things the student can do to improve (in a rewrite or on the next assignment).</div>

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When Teaching Goes Past Your Bedtime - 0 views

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How do you handle teaching at times that aren't your peak active hours - like the evening seminar or an early morning class? And what can you do to engage students who are clearly in that boat? Anastasia Salter has some techniques which worked for her. (The comment thread on this article also has some useful suggestions.)

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">How do you handle teaching at times that aren't your peak active hours - like the evening seminar or an early morning class? And what can you do to engage students who are clearly in that boat? Anastasia Salter has some techniques which worked for her. (The comment thread on this article also has some useful suggestions.)</div>

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Snapshot: End-of-Class Formative Assessment - 0 views

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This "stoplight" method for end of class assessment is an interesting take on the "minute paper" or having students identify the "muddiest point".

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This "stoplight" method for end of class assessment is an interesting take on the "minute paper" or having students identify the "muddiest point".</div>

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The 8 Minutes That Matter Most - 2 views

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classroom_dynamic course_mechanics reading_of_the_week

shared by Joe Murphy on 22 Jan 15 - No Cached

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What do you do to mark the beginnings and endings of classes? I took a class in grad school which started with 5 minutes of reviewing the news relevant to libraries, books, or reading... or Elvis, because the prof was a big Elvis fan and wanted to lighten the tone a bit. It worked as an engaging ritual, marking the transition into the class.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">What do you do to mark the beginnings and endings of classes? I took a class in grad school which started with 5 minutes of reviewing the news relevant to libraries, books, or reading... or Elvis, because the prof was a big Elvis fan and wanted to lighten the tone a bit. It worked as an engaging ritual, marking the transition into the class.</div>

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How Can Your Librarian Help Bolster Brain-Based Teaching Practices? - 0 views

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project-based_learning information_literacy research

shared by Joe Murphy on 21 Jan 15 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 21 Jan 15

While written for a K-12 audience, the principles apply very well for a college teacher interested in an inquiry-based course. The sooner you talk to your librarian about possible resources and research strategies for your students, the better!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">While written for a K-12 audience, the principles apply very well for a college teacher interested in an inquiry-based course. The sooner you talk to your librarian about possible resources and research strategies for your students, the better!</div>

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Waiting for Us to Notice Them - 0 views

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James Lang argues for a "pedagogy of presence" in which we are truly attentive to the individuals we meet during class time. Kenyon's size gives us major advantages in this area, but even in 5-person technology workshops I've found myself on autopilot.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">James Lang argues for a "pedagogy of presence" in which we are truly attentive to the individuals we meet during class time. Kenyon's size gives us major advantages in this area, but even in 5-person technology workshops I've found myself on autopilot.</div>

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Perspectives on Integrity and Wholeness - 0 views

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academic_honesty video

shared by Joe Murphy on 20 Jan 15 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 20 Jan 15

This video project includes faculty members from a variety of disciplines talking about the meaning of academic integrity, and the importance of citation and originality, in their fields. A very interesting example of talking to students about the positive side of academic honesty.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This video project includes faculty members from a variety of disciplines talking about the meaning of academic integrity, and the importance of citation and originality, in their fields. A very interesting example of talking to students about the positive side of academic honesty.</div>

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Daily chart: Beliefs and brilliance - 0 views

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diversity mindset

shared by Joe Murphy on 18 Jan 15 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 18 Jan 15

Distressing findings about the correlation between mindset and prejudice. "The more existing professors think some special talent, beyond intelligence and hard work, is required to do their subject well, the lower will be the percentage of PhD students in that subject who are women" or African American. (Hat tip to Alex Wirth-Cauchon, the CIO at Mt. Holyoke, for the link.)

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Distressing findings about the correlation between mindset and prejudice. "The more existing professors think some special talent, beyond intelligence and hard work, is required to do their subject well, the lower will be the percentage of PhD students in that subject who are women" or African American. (Hat tip to Alex Wirth-Cauchon, the CIO at Mt. Holyoke, for the link.)</div>

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Writing With a Heavy Teaching Load - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 15 Jan 15 - No Cached

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For many of us, teaching will expand to fill the time available. This article includes tips for protecting and making best use of your writing time.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">For many of us, teaching will expand to fill the time available. This article includes tips for protecting and making best use of your writing time.</div>

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The Psychology of Feedback and Assessment - 0 views

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motivation assessment

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This excerpt from Dee Fink's book "Creating Significant Learning Experiences" argues for using both "scoreboards" - clear and reliable grading criteria - and "applause" - praise for accomplishments - to motivate students. I was particularly taken with the exercise at the end of the section in which students and a professor collaborate on a letter to thank the student's previous teacher for contributing to the student's development.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This excerpt from Dee Fink's book "Creating Significant Learning Experiences" argues for using both "scoreboards" - clear and reliable grading criteria - and "applause" - praise for accomplishments - to motivate students. I was particularly taken with the exercise at the end of the section in which students and a professor collaborate on a letter to thank the student's previous teacher for contributing to the student's development.</div>

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Is Praise Undermining Student Motivation? - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 06 Jan 15 - No Cached

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Students will ultimately perform better if we focus on effort and process (things which anyone can change) instead of talent and output (which can seem immutable).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Students will ultimately perform better if we focus on effort and process (things which anyone can change) instead of talent and output (which can seem immutable).</div>

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How to Curate Your Digital Identity as an Academic - 0 views

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When your colleagues and students Google you, do they find what you want them to find? This article points out that "If you don't manage your online presence, you are allowing search engines to create it for you." The laundry list of recommendations may seem daunting; remember that you could probably make good progress just by adopting a few of them.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">When your colleagues and students Google you, do they find what you want them to find? This article points out that "If you don't manage your online presence, you are allowing search engines to create it for you." The laundry list of recommendations may seem daunting; remember that you could probably make good progress just by adopting a few of them.</div>

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Grade Calculator - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 19 Dec 14 - No Cached

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This website offers a suite of online and offline (Excel) grade calculators. It can do calculations based on letter grades, which is a frequent request at the CIP!

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This website offers a suite of online and offline (Excel) grade calculators. It can do calculations based on letter grades, which is a frequent request at the CIP!</div>

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Parable of the Polygons - a playable post on the shape of society - 1 views

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computer_science diversity simulation

shared by Joe Murphy on 10 Dec 14 - No Cached

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A fun and fascinating interactive activity that shows how small biases lead to substantial segregation. (Hat tip to Bob Milnikel for the link and annotation!)

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A fun and fascinating interactive activity that shows how small biases lead to substantial segregation. (Hat tip to Bob Milnikel for the link and annotation!)</div>

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End of Semester Checklist - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 08 Dec 14 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 08 Dec 14

It seems early for this, with a week of classes and a week of exams left to go, but perhaps these tasks are good mental breaks from all the grading. They also might form the technical side of good reflective practice.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">It seems early for this, with a week of classes and a week of exams left to go, but perhaps these tasks are good mental breaks from all the grading. They also might form the technical side of good reflective practice.</div>

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Concussion in the Classroom - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 03 Dec 14 - No Cached

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While written primarily for a K-12 audience, this pamphlet includes good specific techniques for assisting a student suffering from concussion symptoms (including tips on recognizing students who might not have disclosed a problem to you).

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">While written primarily for a K-12 audience, this pamphlet includes good specific techniques for assisting a student suffering from concussion symptoms (including tips on recognizing students who might not have disclosed a problem to you).</div>

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Teaching a Diverse Student Body - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 26 Nov 14 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 26 Nov 14

This chapter from a University of Virginia handbook gives specific suggestions which can make the classroom more welcoming to people from all backgrounds. Some of the "suggestions" look more like probing questions for reflecting on your own teaching - which is also a good thing! Also available as a PDF at http://trc.virginia.edu/resources/420-2/teaching-a-diverse-student-body-handbook/

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This chapter from a University of Virginia handbook gives specific suggestions which can make the classroom more welcoming to people from all backgrounds. Some of the "suggestions" look more like probing questions for reflecting on your own teaching - which is also a good thing! Also available as a PDF at <a href="http://trc.virginia.edu/resources/420-2/teaching-a-diverse-student-body-handbook/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://trc.virginia.edu/resources/420-2/teaching-a-diverse-student-body-handbook/</a></div>

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Using a Participation Rubric: A Case for Fairness and Learning - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 18 Nov 14 - No Cached

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"What is the intended learning goal for participation?" And how do students know what "good" participation looks like? By sharing a clear, positive ideal for class participation in rubric form, you can help students learn the social skills you're encouraging with a "class participation" grade.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"What is the intended learning goal for participation?" And how do students know what "good" participation looks like? By sharing a clear, positive ideal for class participation in rubric form, you can help students learn the social skills you're encouraging with a "class participation" grade.</div>

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ILiADS- the Institute for Liberal Arts Digital Scholarship - 0 views

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Joe Murphy on 18 Nov 14

In the summer of 2015, from July 26 to August 2, a partnership of 23 liberal arts institutions will host ILiADS, the Institute for Liberal Arts Digital Scholarship, at Hamilton College in Clinton, New York. ILiADS offers participants two ways to engage the community of liberal arts practitioners and pedagogues: a team- and project-based approach and a more traditional conference structure.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">In the summer of 2015, from July 26 to August 2, a partnership of 23 liberal arts institutions will host ILiADS, the Institute for Liberal Arts Digital Scholarship, at Hamilton College in Clinton, New York. ILiADS offers participants two ways to engage the community of liberal arts practitioners and pedagogues: a team- and project-based approach and a more traditional conference structure.</div>

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From Pedagogy to Technology - Top Trends Driving Change in Education by Gregory Rosenbaum - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 18 Nov 14 - No Cached

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Greg Rosenbaum, K'10 and producer of the SXSWedu conference, used this Prezi during his talk at Kenyon next week. (The video will be on the CIP's YouTube channel soon.) It's a good outline of the many factors we're juggling in education; it's also a fine example of the way Prezi can make the structure of an argument apparent.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Greg Rosenbaum, K'10 and producer of the SXSWedu conference, used this Prezi during his talk at Kenyon next week. (The video will be on the CIP's YouTube channel soon.) It's a good outline of the many factors we're juggling in education; it's also a fine example of the way Prezi can make the structure of an argument apparent.</div>

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