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Start the semester strong: Strategies for getting to know your students (and why it matters)

January 9, 2025 Lindsay Vreeland Best Practices, Resources, Teaching, Tips

At the beginning of the semester, it can be difficult to learn students’ names, pronouns, experiences, and needs. Getting to know your students at the

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Social media to promote student connections

December 3, 2020 Amanda Hirsch Best Practices, Teaching, Technology Trends, Tips

Connections in Online Courses Developing connections in online courses is essential for student engagement and success. The three relationships essential to online courses are connections