The tip sheet emphasizes the value of learning contracts in fostering student autonomy by prompting reflection, defining clear goals, and establishing accountability through collaborative planning. It also addresses their potential limitations and provides practical guidance for both learners and instructors.
Course Design
Strengthen course design and assessments by crafting clear, measurable learning outcomes that articulate what students will know or be able to do, guiding both instruction and evaluation.
Advance equity and inclusion in your teaching by embracing Universal Design, a proactive approach that anticipates diverse learner needs and embeds flexibility, accessibility, and usability into all aspects of course design.
Create accessible learning environments by applying Universal Design principles that anticipate diverse learner needs, reduce barriers, and support flexibility in how students engage, access content, and demonstrate learning.
Foster global perspectives by integrating international content, inclusive teaching practices, and intercultural learning opportunities that prepare students to engage thoughtfully in a diverse and interconnected world.
Questions to consider when involving students in the creation of an independent study course. Including students in this process fosters collaboration, reflection, and deeper learning.
Enrich student learning and community engagement by integrating service-learning projects that connect course content with real world experiences.
Design engaging flipped classroom experiences with strategies for structuring pre-class preparation, in-class activities, and assessment.
Explore how campus partners can collaborate with instructors to create learning experiences that benefit both students and the broader community.
Learn how to create cohesive course designs by aligning learning outcomes, assessments and instructional strategies.