Resources

Provides resources for department chairs, directors of graduate studies, graduate faculty, graduate deans, and others interested in the quality of graduate education. Produced by Vanderbilt University’s Center for Teaching.

A brief 4 page essay providing theory and research, strategies, and “how-to” for designing collaborative learning experiences in small groups, in order to enhance students’ critical thinking, self esteem and the acceptance of others, and improve interpersonal effectiveness. IDEA Paper no. 38, from the series developed by the Center for Faculty Evaluation and Development, Kansas State University.

A brief 2 page paper drawing on the growing body of research to suggest ways of becoming more conscious of the way disciplinary training and orientation influence teaching. References. From a series of essays written by leading faculty developers on the website of Clemson University’s Office of Teaching Effectiveness and Innovation.

A 4 page annotated list of what should be included in a course syllabus, (according to the literature of learning in higher education) if a syllabus is to effectively communicate what the course is about, why the course is taught, where it is going, and what will be required. IDEA Paper no. 27, from the series developed by the Center for Faculty Evaluation and Development, Kansas State University.

Reviews briefly the scope of duties, effective strategies, and necessary skills to achieve effective advising beyond a perfunctory “signatory function.” Includes a brief list of references. Idea Paper no. 3, from the series developed by the Center for faculty Evaluation and development, Kansas State University.

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.