Teaching Tools Academic Year 2011-12

Reading and Understanding Primary Texts

Dr. Sandra Keating, Theology

Beyond the task of getting students to read is the challenge to facilitate their understanding of primary texts. We will consider ways to help students master new vocabulary, understand different writing styles, and interpret major concepts.

Video as a Teaching Tool

Dr. Mark Hyde, Political Science

Every serious athletic team records its games and constructively analyzes its performance; college faculty can do the same. Videotaping one or more of your classes is a unique way to evaluate your teaching. It provides an informative and useful perspective on the interaction between you and your students.

Encouraging Students to Revise through Constructive Feedback

Dr. Bryan Marinelli, Director of Academic Services and Will Toner, Writing Specialist 

Collaboration About Teaching and Learning

Dr. Katie Kranz and Dr, Michael Hayes, Social Work 

Differentiating Instruction for All Learners 

Dr. Kevin O’Connor, Secondary Education

Communicating With Students 

Dr. Rick Battistoni, Political Science

Assessment of Knowledge and Skills

Dr. Margaret Manchester, History

Facilitating Discussion Groups 

Dr. Charlotte O’Kelly, Sociology

Promoting Academic Honesty 

Dr. Marian Mattison,Department of Social Work