This lunch series will provide an opportunity for faculty to stay updated on educational initiatives and technology by sharing ideas, resources, links, tips and tricks that are effective in the classroom. These forums, facilitated by KCKCC faculty and staff, will generate discussion and foster collaboration while examining best practices and specific aspects of teaching and learning. It is a great opportunity to share innovative ideas with fellow faculty. So, come Dine and Design!
Spring 2008
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| 12:30-1:30pm |
Tuesdays and Wednesdays |
Room 3632 |
| January 29 |
Ice Breakers as Teaching Techniques: Beyond Day One
“Ice breakers” are often used on the first day of class to help students get acquainted but can they be used in other ways to assist the learning process? Come join us as we explore icebreakers as learning tools. Participants will experience several icebreakers and discuss how each can be used to facilitate learning. Participants are also encouraged to bring examples of their own icebreakers. |
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February 13
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Teaching With “Wikis” *(Room 3618)*
Learner-centered pedagogy has influenced the latest developments in technology. Wikis offer easy, interactive and collaborative ways to engage with each other and with students. We will create and publish wiki pages for your students so bring your syllabi, a resume/CV, a personal photo, etc. We will also collaborate as instructors so bring an electronic copy of an icebreaker and/or other tried and true active-learning lesson and add it to http://t3devedcohort.pbwiki.com/ |
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February 26
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Teaching and Learning Games
Learning games can be used to make learning fun and interactive, to liven up the classroom, and to motivate students to learn. The key is to make the learning objective integral to the game. Come and see some examples of learning games and feel free to share games that you have used. |
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| March 12 |
Rubrics
Rubrics are powerful learning and assessment tools which can be used in a variety of disciplines. This session will focus on the use of rubrics to improve student learning. We will also discuss the pros and cons of rubrics and methods for their construction. Please bring an assignment you have used or plan to use in a class. |
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| March 25 |
Problem-Based Learning
Problem-based learning is an instructional method that challenges students to seek solutions to real world problems. These problems are used to engage students' curiosity and initiate learning of the subject matter. Problem-based learning prepares students to think critically. Participants will see examples of problem-based learning and share their experiences with others. |
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| April 9 |
Creative Testing and Other Assessment Techniques
Learn about creative approaches to testing and assessment of student performance. These innovative approaches can help students perform better and enhance their learning. Participants will also have an opportunity to share their approaches to creative assessment. |
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| April 22
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Teaching on the Last Day of Class
The last day of class can be an opportunity for students to reflect on and fully synthesize their learning. As Richard Lyons, author of several books on college teaching, says, “The final class is a key student retention milepost.” Find ways to make the last day count, ways that fit your goals and approach. |