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Journal Article
Implementing Universal Design for Learning in the Higher Education Science Classroom
There is a growing need for college science faculty to teach a diverse group of learners. The Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework can be used to create inclusive learning materials and activities in the higher education science classroom. A...
By Breanne Kirsch, Theodore Bryan, David Hoferer
Journal Article
Equitable instructor assessment changes amid COVID-19 pandemic
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak mandated a rapid transition to online classes with little warning. Previous literature studying the effect of this sudden shift demonstrated enormous impacts on instructors and students. However, the details concer...
By Todd Lamb, Emily Driessen, Abby Beatty, Rachel Youngblood, Abby Esco, Sehoya Cotner, Catherine Creech, Abby Drake, Sheritta Fagbodun, Kristen Hobbs, Kelly Lane, Erin Larson, Sophie McCoy, Seth Thompson, Cissy Ballen
Journal Article
Student Self-Assessment of Exam Preparation in 100 and 200-Level Chemistry Courses
Student self-assessment surveys were utilized to look at student study habits in several areas. Both self-reported study time and study methods were explored. Surveys were given to students after receiving their graded exams. When compared to the ...
By Andrew Karatjas
Journal Article
The Influence of Learning Assistants on Faculty Use of Student-Centered Instruction
The Learning Assistant (LA) Program is a near-peer teaching model with three key components: 1) reevaluation of curriculum and lesson design to incorporate undergraduate LAs as a central part of the course, 2) a seminar attended by first-time LAs whe...
By Cameron Hill, Kathryn Spilios, Anthony Barrasso
Journal Article
Pedagogical approaches for supporting students’ argumentative writing in science laboratories have not been fully established. This paper examines the development of argumentative abilities in undergraduate students enrolled in chemistry laboratory...
By Ruomei Gao, Judith Weinstein-Lloyd, Jody Cardinal
Journal Article
Active learning is the new standard for teaching in higher education. As more faculty seek to expand their teaching practices by including active learning activities that promote higher levels of learning, many are doing so in small doses by temporar...
By William Beckerson, Jennifer Anderson, Siddhesh Kulkarni, John Perpich, Deborah Yoder-Himes
Journal Article
Disasterologists At The Movies: An Innovative Use of Twitter for Disaster Education
A common course activity used by emergency management faculty is the screening of Hollywood disaster films to provide students an opportunity to apply key disaster concepts learned in lecture. When college courses were abruptly moved online in 2020, ...
By John Carr, Samantha Montano, Jordan Titera, Amy Hyman
Web Seminar
The National Climate Assessment is a major scientific report developed by several government agencies that describes climate change in the United States. This session will highlight the science found in the report, and then explore resources that sup...
Web Seminar
Did you know that NASA has around two dozen satellites that continually monitor our home planet to help us better understand and protect it? Learn more about NASA’s Earth-observing missions and do a deep dive into the Global Precipitation Measu...
Journal Article
Rules of Teaching That I learned in My Student Years
As teachers we commonly learn our subject matter in high school and college. We acquire more knowledge in graduate school and in life experiences. At what stage do we learn how to teach? Answers vary. This article is about how I learned much about te...
Web Seminar
Turn your classroom into a forensics lab and help your students solidify their understanding of chemistry concepts. Join Vernier chemistry specialist Nüsret Hisim as he shares his classroom-tested techniques for sparking engagement through hands...
Web Seminar
Archive: Changing the Environment in STEM Teacher Education: Four Big Ideas, March 6, 2024
In this web seminar, the 2023 AAAS ARISE blog series' editors will discuss four important ideas for changing the environment in STEM teacher education. These ideas pertain to integrating technology in STEM teacher education, supporting teacher leader...

