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The need for a theory of learning - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 08 Jan 18 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 08 Jan 18

I'm not entirely sure that a single grand unified theory of learning will be as useful as the author thinks it is, but certainly more familiarity with existing theories of learning and the connections between them can be a powerful tool as we refine courses and curriculum.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I'm not entirely sure that a single grand unified theory of learning will be as useful as the author thinks it is, but certainly more familiarity with existing theories of learning and the connections between them can be a powerful tool as we refine courses and curriculum.</div>

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Three things to leave off of your syllabus - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 05 Jan 18 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 05 Jan 18

The author says "information that is best determined collaboratively with students, should not be prescribed by the professor on day 1." What do you think of his examples?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The author says "information that is best determined collaboratively with students, should not be prescribed by the professor on day 1." What do you think of his examples?</div>

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The Importance of Academic Courage - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 04 Jan 18 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 04 Jan 18

The concepts of "differential courage" and "courage is contagious" seem like valuable additions to discussions about mindset and "grit."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The concepts of "differential courage" and "courage is contagious" seem like valuable additions to discussions about mindset and "grit."</div>

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Three Options for Hosting Snow Day Study Sessions - 2 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 04 Jan 18 - No Cached

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Google Hangouts is part of our Google Apps suite, but you might want to investigate some of these other platforms as well in preparing for winter weather or other factors which might keep you from campus.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Google Hangouts is part of our Google Apps suite, but you might want to investigate some of these other platforms as well in preparing for winter weather or other factors which might keep you from campus. </div>

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Colorized Math Equations - 2 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 20 Dec 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 20 Dec 17

Fascinating example of the creative use of typography to explain complex concepts. The example is about the use of color to connect an equation with its definition, but I can easily imagine the same principle working for maps or conceptual models. (And do read the comments about using appropriate color palettes for the colorblind.)

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Fascinating example of the creative use of typography to explain complex concepts. The example is about the use of color to connect an equation with its definition, but I can easily imagine the same principle working for maps or conceptual models. (And do read the comments about using appropriate color palettes for the colorblind.)</div>

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What Professors Can Learn About Teaching From Their Students - 1 views

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Alex Alderman on 01 Dec 17

Along with small group sessions such as the CIP's own GIFT program, faculty are exploring new models of course evaluation and assessment that make use of trained student observers.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Along with small group sessions such as the CIP's own GIFT program, faculty are exploring new models of course evaluation and assessment that make use of trained student observers.</div>

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Should Laptops Be Banned in Class? An Op-Ed Fires Up the Debate - 1 views

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Professors and students respond to a New York Times editorial laying out the case for bans on laptops. Among the responses, Justin Martin '19.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Professors and students respond to a New York Times editorial laying out the case for bans on laptops. Among the responses, Justin Martin '19.</div>

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Impostor syndrome - 2 views

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Joe Murphy on 30 Nov 17

A worthy reminder for us and our students at the end of the semester. "Superman still lives on Krypton and the rest of us are just doing our best."

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A worthy reminder for us and our students at the end of the semester. "Superman still lives on Krypton and the rest of us are just doing our best."</div>

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Journaling the Old-School Way - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 16 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 16 Nov 17

I found two really interesting takes in this article - the idea of different formats (paper vs. electronic documents) for different forms of writing and audiences, and the idea that there's a benefit to not having a delete key on your paper journal.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">I found two really interesting takes in this article - the idea of different formats (paper vs. electronic documents) for different forms of writing and audiences, and the idea that there's a benefit to not having a delete key on your paper journal. </div>

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Spreading First Aid for Teens' Mental Health by Training Adults to Help - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 15 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 15 Nov 17

This article is about high school programs, but I hear college faculty expressing similar concerns about not having been trained to deal with student mental health issues. Should we look into Mental Health First Aid training?

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">This article is about high school programs, but I hear college faculty expressing similar concerns about not having been trained to deal with student mental health issues. Should we look into Mental Health First Aid training?</div>

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The significant learning benefits of getting rid of grades - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 15 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 15 Nov 17

It can't be an accident that this was published just as faculty start staring down big piles of Thanksgiving break grading. The arguments, however, are about how grades serve as limiters on student learning.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">It can't be an accident that this was published just as faculty start staring down big piles of Thanksgiving break grading. The arguments, however, are about how grades serve as limiters on student learning.</div>

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Review: Using Digital Humanities in the Classroom - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 14 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 14 Nov 17

A new book offers a strong introduction to digital humanities pedagogy, including both context and concrete potential assignments.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A new book offers a strong introduction to digital humanities pedagogy, including both context and concrete potential assignments. </div>

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5 Tips for Reducing Public Speaking Nervousness - 1 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 11 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 11 Nov 17

End-of-semester student presentations coming up? Might be worthwhile to share this with your students to help them prepare.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">End-of-semester student presentations coming up? Might be worthwhile to share this with your students to help them prepare.</div>

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Monks For A Month: College Kids Give Up Talking - And Technology - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 09 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 09 Nov 17

A course at the University of Pennsylvania includes a one-month vow of online and offline silence, to give students a sense of what the monastic life is like.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A course at the University of Pennsylvania includes a one-month vow of online and offline silence, to give students a sense of what the monastic life is like.</div>

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Write Out Loud: Risk & Reward in Digital Publishing - 3 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 08 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 08 Nov 17

"It wasn't until a professor assigned a research project that required collective thinking - and actually showed us how much better our work could be with multiple minds put to a task - that I became convinced that collaboration is a fundamental and teachable humanities skill." Danica Savonic describes a project to have essays from her introductory college writing course published in a pedagogy journal.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">"It wasn't until a professor assigned a research project that required collective thinking - and actually showed us how much better our work could be with multiple minds put to a task - that I became convinced that collaboration is a fundamental and teachable humanities skill." Danica Savonic describes a project to have essays from her introductory college writing course published in a pedagogy journal.</div>

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Instructional Design and Cognitive Load Theory - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 06 Nov 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 06 Nov 17

On the GLCA/GLAA Consortium for Teaching and Learning website, Patrik Hultberg of Kalamazoo College discusses working memory, long-term memory, and cognitive load, as they relate to course design.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">On the GLCA/GLAA Consortium for Teaching and Learning website, Patrik Hultberg of Kalamazoo College discusses working memory, long-term memory, and cognitive load, as they relate to course design.</div>

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Open Access Without Tears - 2017 Edition | Library Babel Fish - 0 views

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Alex Alderman on 31 Oct 17

The Open Access movement encompasses a number of initiatives that encourage more affordable course materials for students, shared resources among teachers, and collaboration among scholars. Here are some simple ways of contributing to Open Access in your research and teaching practices.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">The Open Access movement encompasses a number of initiatives that encourage more affordable course materials for students, shared resources among teachers, and collaboration among scholars. Here are some simple ways of contributing to Open Access in your research and teaching practices.</div>

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'What Works' in the Messy Landscape of Teaching and Learning - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 26 Oct 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 26 Oct 17

Good context for examining the ways that simplistic claims can hinder, rather than foster, evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">Good context for examining the ways that simplistic claims can hinder, rather than foster, evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning.</div>

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Civic Engagement: Connect the Gifts and Needs of Students and the Community - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 25 Oct 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 25 Oct 17

A group of faculty at the 2017 GLCA Rubrics for Liberal Arts Learning provide a framework for designing and assessing civic engagement projects.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">A group of faculty at the 2017 GLCA Rubrics for Liberal Arts Learning provide a framework for designing and assessing civic engagement projects.</div>

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Should College Professors Give 'Tech Breaks' In Class? - 0 views

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shared by Joe Murphy on 23 Oct 17 - No Cached

Joe Murphy on 23 Oct 17

If we want students to be more mindful about digital distractions, they may need intentional training, not shaming or blanket orders.

<div class="cArrow"> </div><div class="cContentInner">If we want students to be more mindful about digital distractions, they may need intentional training, not shaming or blanket orders.</div>

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