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The first day of the first year is an overwhelming day for most students. Teachers who communicate clearly and empathetically can have a huge impact on their students' perception of higher education, and tend to start out ahead of their colleagues when it comes to cultivating student trust. Read more to learn how to be that teacher.

Across disciplines, faculty play an essential role in helping students develop soft skills through everyday teaching practices. Having these skills allows students to navigate career paths no matter what is transpiring in the job market. Let us help you reflect, brainstorm, and develop soft skill ideas to empower your students.

Students think about AI differently from the faculty who teach them, and we need to consider their perspective when trying to address AI use in Higher Education.

While higher ed is often associated with young adults fresh out of high school, it is also full of students of all ages above, from moms in their late thirties to seniors taking advantage of their retirement years. But the human brain changes dramatically as we age, and the best methodology for teaching also changes.

Keeping our students' attention can be challenging, especially when there is so much competing for it, be that work, family, or social media. But what if we took a cue from social media to give us an edge? This blog explores how modern science communicators on Youtube keep their viewers entertained while they learn, and how educators can adopt certain principles to keep students engaged.

Teaching large classes can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this blog, we'll explore five tips for managing large classes efficiently and effectively.

Creating a welcoming classroom environment is essential for fostering student engagement, resilience, and success. In this blog post, we explore various strategies for encouraging such an environment.

Online courses rely heavily on discussion boards to facilitate student engagement, but crafting prompts that spark genuine, in-depth conversations can be time consuming and sometimes hit-or-miss. Enter generative AI

Utilize the Transparency in learning and Teaching Framework to enhance clarity and increase student success.

The concept of using a backwards design approach and a course map in course development is pivotal to creating quality, learner-centered courses. Read on for examples and an explanation of their importance.

A comprehensive guide for creating properly aligned course objectives and measurable learning outcomes.

Enabling class conversations for individual content items in Blackboard allows students to discuss content with you and their classmates. They can ask for help, share sources, or answer questions others have.

We are excited to introduce a comprehensive guide created by the Center for Teaching and Learning Enhancement.