The Teaching + Learning Team

We are writers, thinkers, teachers, learners, storytellers, librarians, technologists, questioners, readers, podcasters, statisticians, planners, contributors to others’ positivity and joy, and people made in the image of God.

Emphasize Relationships and Belonging

Building meaningful connections with your students is more crucial than ever. Research consistently shows that when students feel a genuine connection to their instructor and peers, they’re more likely to […]

How to Approach a Student Suspected of Cheating

Despite your efforts to promote academic integrity, you may still encounter suspected violations. When this happens, it’s essential to handle the situation promptly and professionally. Here’s a guide to addressing […]

Communicate Standards and Expectations Clearly

Designing assessments that promote personal critical thinking skills, and that de-incentivize excessive AI use, also requires clear communication of your academic integrity expectations. This can and should be done through […]

Select Relevant Assignment Types

To ensure assessments align with your goals, given the continued emergence of generative AI, consider re-evaluating and adapting your strategies. Begin by rethinking learning objectives: identify which skills can be […]

Check in throughout the Class

Another way to encourage academic integrity is to remain connected with your students throughout the class. This can significantly reduce the likelihood of them turning to GenAI or outside services […]

Focus on Mastery

Research consistently shows that academic dishonesty is more prevalent in environments where grades take precedence over genuine learning and skill development. Gerald Knesek, in his article Why Focusing on Grades […]

Develop a Code of Ethics With Your Students

Collaboratively developing a class Statement of Values or Code of Ethics is essential for establishing shared understanding and commitment to academic integrity in today’s complex learning environment. Autumn Caines, in […]

How to Foster Academic Integrity

Helping to equip and encourage students to exhibit integrity and ethics in their coursework continues to be an increasingly complex proposition. Fostering academic integrity in today’s dynamic learning environments – […]

Designing and Teaching for Impact // DT101

Designing and Teaching for Learning (DT 101) focuses on the presentation of evidence based pedagogical approaches for student learning that promote success and satisfaction in all course modalities.  The course, […]

Useful External Data Sources

Whether you’re conducting research to propose a new program, exploring trends as part of your program review, or simply enhancing your understanding, databases and analytical platforms are helpful tools to […]