Building Better Courses Together
The most powerful changes in teaching often start with a simple idea: what if we didn’t have to do everything alone? In large Computer Science programs, where multiple instructors teach the same course across different sections, keeping things aligned can feel like an ongoing engineering challenge. This article explores a collaborative Course Coordinator Cohort Model […]
From Perfection to Imperfection in Student Assessment—GenAI’s Impact
Introduction The emergence of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools such as ChatGPT, GrammarlyGO, or Microsoft Copilot has led to a significant change in academic writing. Whereas a decade ago, the primary focus of writing evaluation was on students’ mastery of grammar, structure, argumentation, and citation skills, today, we as educators, must also consider how these […]
When Civility Is Optional in Higher Education
Higher education prides itself on values of inquiry, community, and social justice. Mission statements emphasize belonging, respect, and shared responsibility. Yet within the everyday rhythms of academic life, a troubling pattern often emerges: civility is optional for those with the most privilege, while staff, students, adjuncts, and early-career scholars disproportionately absorb the costs of incivility. […]
Supporting Student Development in Online Learning Environments
Dr. Jerry Johnston, a turtle ecologist at Santa Fe College, opened a lecture by unexpectedly asking his students: “How many of you know what you are going to do with your life?“ Although this question was surprising at a science lecture, it introduced his central argument that examining one’s purpose is directly connected to both […]
Five Strategies to Enhance Online and Hybrid Learning through Faculty Development
Online and hybrid learning are now standard, not exceptions. However, many educators still feel unprepared, overwhelmed, or resistant when teaching online. They might have access to strong platforms and tools, but without proper guidance, those tools often go unused or are misapplied. That’s where faculty development truly makes a difference. When institutions support their educators, […]