I came to IU Bloomington over 15 years ago to build and lead the new CITL, and today I write to share that I will be stepping down from my role on January 9th to take a position at Northwestern University. I am excited for the next step in my career, but I will certainly… Read more »
A Bit of Gratitude
As many of us in the U.S. celebrate Thanksgiving this week and take time to reflect on the people who make our lives richer and more meaningful, I want to take a moment to recognize those who have made my past year at IUB rewarding. First, I want to thank my students in my first-year… Read more »
Take a Class and Learn about Teaching
One of the things that binds most college instructors together is our love of learning. We love the opportunity to learn new things, to stretch our brains, and look for interesting new connections. If this sounds like you, we have a great opportunity for learning about a new subject while exploring teaching from new perspectives…. Read more »
First-Year Seminar Check-In
IUB’s First-Year Seminars are providing opportunities for instructors to connect closely with their students, teaching small groups in the skills essential for a successful transition to college–from engaging the hidden curriculum to learning about campus resources to building a sense of belonging with the IUB community. We are hearing back from some of our instructors,… Read more »
Quick Tip: Adding Reflection to Assignments
I am teaching a First-Year Seminar this fall, and a major component of my approach is teaching students to be reflective about their learning. It is easy for them to go through the motions of assignments and campus experiences without being thoughtful about the real/potential impact on their learning and growth. So, I am using… Read more »
Teaching a First Year Seminar
As IUB ramps up its First Year Seminar program, many faculty members are joining this effort to offer first-year students a small-class experience that helps them transition to college and build a sense of belonging and community at IUB. For many of us, these small class sizes are different than what we are used to—a… Read more »