A rubric is a tool that lists evaluation criteria for an assignment. Rubrics can help students organize their efforts to meet the requirements of an
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Tips for New Graduate Teaching Assistants from Your Experienced Peers
Each fall, the Teaching Assistant Orientation is offered to new and returning teaching assistants to learn more about their role as a TA and the
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Beyond the Teaching Assistant Orientation
Over 220 Graduate Teaching Assistants, presenters, and staff attended the 2016 Teaching Assistant Orientation on August 16, 2016 in the Holmes Student Center. The Teaching
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Smart Classroom User Training
Smart Classroom User Training — The Division of Information Technology is offering training on using the audiovisual equipment in Provost sponsored smart classrooms. Both new
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Celebrate Earth Day with Greener Teaching Practices
As educators, we strive each day to teach our students to be global citizens and good stewards of the world around them. One of the
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When the Community and the Classroom Collide: Service-Learning at NIU
This article is guest-authored by Renique Kersh and Michaela Holtz from the Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning, and Destiny McDonald from Student Involvement and
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Communicate with Your Students On-the-Go!
Videos can be a great way to deliver a message to students in your online course, and it’s never been easier. Many of us carry
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Universal Design for Learning **New 3-Part Online Series**
21st Century college students bring a diverse set of preferences, skills and expectations to the classroom. Engaging and motivating students in the dynamic age in
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