Learning & Teaching Guides

We created our Learning & Teaching Guides to synthesize leading-edge research on a variety of topics and to offer practical, evidence-driven strategies that are easily adaptable to any teaching context.

Our In Brief series provides to-the-point introductions to timely topics—such as teaching during turbulent times and teaching in the age of generative AI—that summarize key research, clarify educational impact, and share scalable entry points that instructors can complete in as little as 15 minutes to enhance learning and teaching.

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Back to Basics: Grading and Rubrics Learn about assessing student learning by reviewing general strategies for grading, discovering how to effectively use rubrics, and designing exams and quizzes with assessment in mind. Focus Area:	Assessment and Curriculum Mapping; Course Design and Delivery; Pedagogy
Exploring the Pedagogical Possibilities of Generative AI A starting point for exploring the possibilities and avoiding the pitfalls of teaching in a world of AI tools Focus Area:	Pedagogy
Gender Expansive Guidelines for the University Classroom Guidelines to cultivate an inclusive learning environment that center care and prevent harm for gender expansive students. Focus Area:	Course Design and Delivery; Pedagogy
Guidelines on Thoughtful Image Selection for Instructors An innovative approach to image selection, scaffolding an intentional process that includes guided reflection and concrete suggestions for instructors. Focus Area:	Pedagogy
Heuristic for Designing Learning Experiences with Generative AI A tool for thinking through how to use generative AI tools equitably and effectively in learning experience design. Focus Area:	Pedagogy
In Brief: Critical Thinking and GAI in Course Delivery A guide on critical thinking and ethical generative AI use in course delivery, introducing a 3-part series on pedagogy and GAI. Focus Area:	Course Design and Delivery; Pedagogy
In Brief: Iterative Revision and GAI in Course Design A guide on iterative revision and ethical generative AI use in course design, the second in a 3-part series on pedagogy and GAI. Focus Area:	Community and Vitality; Pedagogy
In Brief: Metacognition and GAI in Course Assessment A guide on metacognition and ethical generative AI use in course assessment, concluding a 3-part series on pedagogy and GAI. Focus Area:	Pedagogy; Assessment and Curriculum Mapping
In Brief: Transparent Communication of Course Expectations for Student Success A guide to explore the “hidden curriculum” in your course(s) and reflect on strategies for communicating your expectations for student success in your syllabus. Focus Area:	Course Design and Delivery; Pedagogy
Making Large Classes Feel Smaller Evidence-based approaches in course design, classroom activities, and assessment practices for large-enrollment classes which foster student learning and belonging by making classes feel small(er). Focus Area:	Pedagogy; Course Design and Delivery
One Book: "The Night Watchman" Teaching Guide A pedagogical resource to spark interest, promote community conversation, and build capacity for teaching with a common reading for instructors who are engaging with The Night Watchman by Louise Erdrich. Focus Area:	Assessment and Curriculum Mapping; High-Impact Practices; Pedagogy
Reflection on Flexibility in Course Attendance Policies This four-step guide aims to further reflection on undergraduate attendance policies by encouraging instructors to consider attendance in relation to the learning objectives, to focus on the value of being present, and to utilize the syllabus as a roadmap for student success by providing transparency about expectations. Focus Area:	Pedagogy; Course Design and Delivery
Supporting First-Generation College Student Success Teaching and learning strategies to support first-generation college students, which have been empirically demonstrated to increase motivation, retention, and deep learning. Focus Area:	Course Design and Delivery; Pedagogy
Supporting Neurodivergent Student Success Nine strengths-based learning and teaching strategies to support neurodivergent student success, increasing retention, well-being, and post-graduation outcomes. These evidence-driven strategies are empirically demonstrated to enhance learning for all students. Focus Area:	Pedagogy; Course Design and Delivery
Teaching During Turbulent Times Ten adaptive strategies instructors can use to respond quickly and empathetically to support students’ learning and well-being during turbulent times. Focus Area:	Pedagogy

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