Guidance for graduate students, new faculty, and others in delivering effective guest lectures.
Course Implementation
Foster student motivation and connection from the start with quick, practical strategies to build rapport, set expectations, and create a welcoming learning environment.
Navigate challenges in group work by setting clear expectations, fostering accountability, and addressing issues proactively to support collaboration, fairness, and positive learning experiences.
Inspire student motivation by fostering a supportive learning environment, connecting course content to real-world relevance, and offering autonomy, clear goals, and timely, constructive feedback.
Lead engaging and impactful tutorials by using strategies that promote active learning, clarify course content, and create an inclusive environment for student participation.
Improve student understanding and performance by using clear, inclusive, and purposeful language when communicating assignment expectations, criteria, and instructions.
Enhance focus and energy in your classroom by incorporating movement breaks that support student well-being, boost engagement, and create a more dynamic learning environment.
Make office hours more accessible and impactful by using strategies that encourage student attendance, foster meaningful interactions, and support academic success.
Design effective lessons by aligning objectives, activities, and assessments; structuring content for clarity and flow; and incorporating strategies that actively engage students and support diverse learning needs.
Start strong on the first day of class by setting a welcoming tone, outlining expectations, and building rapport to create a positive learning environment that supports student engagement from the outset.