While we are certainly still navigating this new normal, we’ve come a long way in adjusting to online learning. Instructors have discovered how to best present information, administer tests, and keep the discussions lively and engaging. But in many cases, these instructors are also seeing a sharp decline in student attendance. It can be easy … Continue reading Absenteeism in the Virtual Classroom: The Struggle to Stay Connected
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How to Participate in a Zoom Webinar
In this brave new cyber-world, many of us have become well-acquainted with Zoom; others haven't had much interaction with the platform. Whether you're new to Zoom or just hoping to brush up on it, this post will guide you through using this tool to participate in a webinar, as an attendee or a presenter. For … Continue reading How to Participate in a Zoom Webinar
6 Tips for Learning Online
by Caitlin Coleman We’ve come a long way from classrooms with a desk for each student and a teacher standing at a chalkboard. Some of us have only experienced this. Some of us have experience this with a little bit of technology mixed in. Now we are in an era where everyone must take that … Continue reading 6 Tips for Learning Online
Online Testing: Ensure Comprehension & Mitigate Cheating with “Show Work”
In online testing, asking students to support their answers can give insight into their thought processes. Not only can you provide partial credit should you choose based on their supportive comments, but it might also help ensure that students are completing assessments without outside help. In a math course, ask students to input the steps … Continue reading Online Testing: Ensure Comprehension & Mitigate Cheating with “Show Work”
The First 5 Minutes of Class
[Originally published on The Chronicle of Higher Education] In his article titled "Small Changes in Teaching: The First 5 Minutes of Class," James Lang explains that in his writing course, he spends time with students analyzing the opening sentences of great writers. Just like the significance of grabbing the reader's attention at the beginning of … Continue reading The First 5 Minutes of Class
9 Tips for Getting an Internship
Hi, everyone! My name is Elizabeth, and I am currently an intern on the Marketing Team at Hawkes. I know that searching for internships while in college can be overwhelming. By planning ahead and using the tips below, I hope the process will become a little smoother. Start your search early! This will ensure that … Continue reading 9 Tips for Getting an Internship
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