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How to design resilient courses by building flexibility into content delivery, assessment, and communication, enabling learning to continue effectively during disruptions while supporting student success and well-being.

This tip explores how to respond efficiently to student writing assessments by setting clear expectations, using focused feedback strategies, and balancing formative and summative comments to support learning while managing your workload.

Use student course feedback as a tool for growth by identifying patterns, reflecting on teaching practices, and setting actionable goals that enhance learning experiences and demonstrate responsiveness to student input.

method of assessing concept maps, proposed by Novak and Gowin, is based on the components and structure of the map

Rubrics are a helpful tool to increase clarity and consistency in the grading process. This tip outlines how to articulate expectations, and provide targeted feedback to support student learning and self-assessment.

Explore how screencasts can enhance student learning by delivering content in a flexible, engaging format that supports varied learning paces, reinforces key concepts, and fosters accessibility beyond the classroom.

Strengthen the overall flow of your course by thoughtfully selecting and sequencing material that builds on prior knowledge and helps learners develop a clear and connected understanding.

Promote self-directed learning by guiding students through goal setting, resource identification, strategy implementation, and reflection. This will empower them to take ownership of their learning and adapt to new challenges.

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.

Enrich collaborative learning by integrating social bookmarking tools that help students curate, organize, and share resources, fostering critical engagement with course content and peer contributions.