Distance Learners Want Meaningful Engagement in the Classroom, Too
All of us who have worked in higher education for any amount of time realize that engagement is a large part of student success, persistence, and retention. Common engagement opportunities tend to focus on activities outside of the classroom and have been shown to promote a student’s sense of belonging. But, what about inside the […]
GenAI Use and Ethics Framework: A Pedagogical Model for Responsible AI Integration in K-12 and Higher Education
Abstract Generative AI reached classrooms faster than any clear policy or pedagogy. Most public guides cite broad values, yet instructors still need step by step plans for lessons, prompt coaching, and academic honesty. The GenAI Use and Ethics Framework meets that need. Its five levels link AI tasks to learning goals, course policy, assessment, student […]
Beyond the Talking Head: Strategically Reinforcing Learning with Multimodal Interactives
In today’s digital learning environments, passive content delivery is no longer enough. Learners expect more than just video lectures and static readings—they need opportunities to engage, apply, and reflect. That’s where multimodal interactives come in. These dynamic learning assets combine various forms of media—video, graphics, clickable elements, simulations, and real-time feedback—into a single, cohesive experience. […]
Using Bloom’s Taxonomy to understand AI Adoption in Higher Education
Faculty and staff in higher education face uncertainty about appropriate AI use in academic settings, particularly whether student AI use supports or hinders learning. This uncertainty reveals a fundamental question: how can institutions integrate AI to enhance learning while preserving educational integrity? Current experiences illustrate this tension between AI’s benefits and potential drawbacks. While some […]
From Reactions to Insights: Lessons on AI from a Chemistry Conversation
AI is no longer a futuristic concept in higher education; like a catalyst in a reaction, it is accelerating change and challenging us to approach teaching and learning in new ways. Faculty and instructional designers are already exploring what this transformation means for classrooms now and in the future. In my own work as an […]