Resources

Over 40 short (4-6 page) essays by leading faculty development and learning experts. Many are tied to specific items in their Student Ratings of Instruction system. The IDEA Center (Individual Development & Educational Assessment)) is a non-profit founded by Kansas State University.

49 (and counting) succinct 2-page papers explaining the “why” and “how to” for specific teaching methods utilized in the IDEA Center’s Teaching Diagnostic Form. Each article includes a brief “Background” to the issue/technique, “Helpful Hints” and “References and Resources.”

Developed by The San Diego State University College of Education.

Brief and helpful advice, with links to more extended discussions of several related topics.

Excellent advice and overview, with lots of links to more specific discussions.

Provides readings and lesson plans to lead students through controversial issues in contemporary American society. Explicitly aimed at K-12 teachers, but many of the advanced high school lessons could easily be adapted for college use.

An online version of a conference workshop that analyzes a case of a “Very Dedicated Professor” in order to demonstrate interactive case techniques and provide a basis for examining case design, presentation alternatives, and other important aspects of the process – while raising issues of values and ethics in the classroom.

A wealth of resources and interconnected websites suggesting ways to prepare students for peer review. Includes sample forms and grading grids.

 An overview of using peer review in the classroom, including: planning for peer review, helping students make effective comments, helping students handle divergent advice, sample worksheet and additional information.