Resources, Teaching with Technology

What is ChatGPT, and What Does It Mean for My Teaching?

by Robert Cole, Instructional Developer, Reinert Center Many of us started to see things being written about ChatGPT before the winter break, and the news does not seem to be slowing regarding this AI text generator. In this post, I would like to share my experiences and perspective using ChatGPT.  I will also and provide… Continue reading What is ChatGPT, and What Does It Mean for My Teaching?

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Online University Teaching Skills Certificate Update

by Sandy Gambill, Program Director, Reinert Center The Reinert Center is marking a successful first semester of its new Online University Teaching Skills Certificate with 13 members of SLU’s teaching community enrolling in the certificate.  In addition to offering two sessions of the Introduction to Online Teaching course taken by 28 instructors, Reinert Center staff… Continue reading Online University Teaching Skills Certificate Update

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What We’re Reading and Listening To this Summer (and Beyond)

by Eric Royer, Instructional Developer, Reinert Center As we close out spring semester, taking time to reflect and rejuvenate are important aspects of the teaching cycle. This down time may also afford you an opportunity to read a good book or listen to a podcast (or series) to renew your thoughts and passion about teaching… Continue reading What We’re Reading and Listening To this Summer (and Beyond)

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Resources on Student and Instructor Well-Being

by Gina Merys, Director, Reinert Center Over the last few years, and especially during the course of this academic year, we have found ourselves in the continuous challenge of pursuing the incredible joys and triumphs of teaching and learning within a reality that is profoundly filled with trauma, loss, tragedy, anxiety, and sorrow. We grapple… Continue reading Resources on Student and Instructor Well-Being

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Book Recommendations: Winter Break Reading List

As the fall semester comes to an end, winter break may offer a nice opportunity to find a good book to renew thoughts about teaching and course design.  Below are three lesser-known recommendations enjoyed by Reinert Center staff.  Hopefully one of these may spark your interest.   Power to the Public:  The Promise of Public Interest… Continue reading Book Recommendations: Winter Break Reading List

Resources, Tips on Teaching

Midterms as a Point for Student Introspection

by Eric Royer, Instructional Developer Midterms are more than just an opportunity to assess student learning; they provide an invaluable point for student introspection. Through in-class polls, reflective assignments, or surveys, students have an opportunity to provide feedback, both affirming and critiquing their course learning experiences as well as our teaching strategies and approaches in… Continue reading Midterms as a Point for Student Introspection