Instructors and departments can contact the Center for Advancing Student Learning (CASL) to receive support on the following software tools Note that CASL Support is focused on supporting instructors support. Student support is carried out through the UWM Help Desk. …
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Learn more about the Vevox service, and how to start using it in your classes and meetings.
The tone and words used in a syllabus impact how students view and engage with a course (Jones & Zhu, 2022). Including a brief welcome statement in a syllabus is a strategic way to foster a positive class climate and …
A well-crafted welcome message is a powerful way to connect with students and set the tone for a successful online learning experience. It helps students feel more comfortable, introduces them to the course and instructor, and fosters a sense of …
A welcome message from faculty plays a vital role in setting a positive tone, fostering connection, and establishing expectations that support student engagement and success from the very start of the course. It is intended to highlight the opportunities and …
Subject: Welcome to [Course Name] – Let’s Get Started! Welcome to [Full Course Name]! I’m [Your Full Name], your [Instructor/TA], and I’m excited to work with you this semester. It’s my [X] time teaching this course and we’ll be doing …
When implementing the eight key elements of high-impact practices or HIPs into a course, avoid “check-the-box” implementation approaches. Instead, focus on embedding the chosen elements intentionally within the course in ways that align with the rest of the students’ course …
Scaffolding is a powerful instructional strategy that supports student learning by breaking complex tasks into manageable steps. Rather than expecting students to leap from instruction to mastery in one bound, scaffolding acknowledges that learning is a process—one that benefits from …