University educators working in a time of austerity rarely have the time for introducing wholesale revisions to their courses—but any educator can implement what James Lang famously calls “small ...

Teaching techniques refer to the diverse array of strategies and methodologies employed by educators to engage students and facilitate effective learning experiences. What are some examples of ...

How Do You Adjust/Modify Activities for the Online Learning Environment? As mentioned in the course design resources for online teaching, the Community of Inquiry (COI) framework (depicted below), is ...

When it comes to teaching, educators can move beyond memorization and equip students with the tools they need for fluent, confident reading.

When I think back to my days teaching English abroad, I think how lucky I was to have experienced such a life. It was one of the most challenging jobs in the world, but also the most rewarding, and ...

For a novice teacher, a great mentor can mean the difference between launching into a successful career and burning out in the first few years. When teachers have effective mentors, they can improve ...

Teaching online asynchronously requires preparation, organization, flexibility, and strong time management skills. Most importantly, give yourself designated days or time blocks to check on your ...

The English learner population is growing but the number of specialized instructors for them and training for general education teachers who work with them is lagging. Researchers and educators say ...

Evolutionarily speaking, we are built to enjoy learning. Neuroscientists (and those of us who spend time with young children) know this to be true—but institutionalized education tends to dim the joy ...

Teaching is not just about delivering knowledge; it is about creating a meaningful learning experience. For this, educators must carefully select subject matter, organize content effectively, ...