by Thomas Keith | Aug 25, 2025 | Canvas, Canvas Features/Functions, How-tos, Pedagogy
In building an atmosphere of trust between instructors and students, it is vital to set clear expectations. Research bears this out: a 2025 survey of students carried out by Inside Higher Ed found that 34% of respondents considered “clear, consistent expectations” to...
by Mohammad Ahmed | Aug 12, 2025 | Pedagogy, Poll Everywhere
If you’re looking for a seamless way to track class attendance while enhancing student engagement, Poll Everywhere offers robust features specifically designed for higher education environments. We have outlined several strategies you can use with Poll...
by Mohammad Ahmed | Jun 18, 2025 | Faculty Success Stories, Pedagogy, Podcasting
This is the second part of a projected three-part series featuring UChicago faculty and instructors who have used podcasting in the classroom to promote deeper student engagement. Read Part 1 of the series here. Part 3 is forthcoming. Keeping students focused in...
by Mohammad Ahmed | Jun 18, 2025 | Faculty Success Stories, Pedagogy, Podcasting
This post is the first in a projected three-part series exploring innovative use of podcasting in the classroom by UChicago faculty and instructors. Parts two and three are forthcoming. Keeping students focused in classes and engaged with the material can be a real...
by Joe Olivier | Nov 22, 2024 | Canvas, How-tos
It’s no secret that college is expensive. Tuition, room and board, fees: these costs add up. So, too, do the costs of textbooks. For example, one popular chemistry textbook sells between $185 and $350 brand new. All told, the average cost of books and supplies for...