by Gina Merys, Acting Director, Reinert Center The university must carry out this general commitment [to transform and enlighten the society in which it lives] with the means uniquely at its disposal: we as an intellectual community must analyze causes; use imagination and creativity together to discover remedies; communicate to our constituencies a consciousness that… Continue reading Teaching and Justice
Icebreakers in the Classroom
by Gina Merys, Acting Director, Reinert Center Icebreakers, often defined as techniques to introduce people to each other, are frequently used during the first week of classes to help instructors and students get to know one another. While this can be useful, when designed with the skills and knowledge of a specific course in mind,… Continue reading Icebreakers in the Classroom
New Semester Resources
As you prepare for the year ahead, consider reviewing some of the online resources available on our website. For example, the Reinert Center’s brief Resource Guides offer a few practical strategies for a number of teaching topics. While they are far from comprehensive solutions, they may be useful suggestions as you prepare to teach this… Continue reading New Semester Resources
Book Review- Robot Proof: Higher Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
by Chris Grabau, Instructional Developer, Reinert Center The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning brings the promise of increased productivity, efficiency, safety and access to a wealth of new information; however, these technologies also raise difficult questions about the nature of work. What jobs, skills and labor will be needed when most… Continue reading Book Review- Robot Proof: Higher Education in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Book Review: Diversity, Social Justice, and Inclusive Excellence
by James Fortney, Instructional Developer, Reinert Center Staff in the Reinert Center are continually researching and developing resources to support inclusive teaching and learning at Saint Louis University. You can access the current inclusive teaching resources available on our website by clicking here [LINK]. A goal of this ongoing work is to share resources that… Continue reading Book Review: Diversity, Social Justice, and Inclusive Excellence
New Year’s Resolutions
by Stephen Belt, Assistant Professor, Aviation Science It is August and all things are possible for the coming academic year. This year, I will be more energetic, have better and more interactive classroom activities. This year, I will improve my exams. I’ll provide more feedback. I’ll get assignments back more quickly. I’ll do more research,… Continue reading New Year’s Resolutions
Reinert Center Welcomes New Graduate Assistants
The Reinert Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning enthusiastically announces the newest members of our staff. Graduate Assistants: Konnor Brennan and Kristin Broussard Konnor is a graduate student in the Biology Department at Saint Louis University. Konnor earned his MS in Biology from Central Michigan University in 2017 where his research focused on classroom design and active learning… Continue reading Reinert Center Welcomes New Graduate Assistants
Themed Teaching: A Creative Strategy for Course Redesign
by Elizabeth A. Gockel-Blessing, Associate Dean for Student and Academic Affairs, Associate Professor, Department of Clinical Health Sciences Do you ever get tired of teaching your courses the same way year after year? If so, join the club. I am writing this post to share one example of how I redesigned what I consider to be my “flagship”… Continue reading Themed Teaching: A Creative Strategy for Course Redesign
Gamification in the Classroom
by Sandy Gambill, Instructional Developer, Reinert Center This past semester you may have read about SLU Professor Simone Bregni’s use of video games in the classroom. You can see him talk about his experience teaching Intensive Italian for Gamers as a Reinert Center Innovative Teaching fellow in this video: https://vimeo.com/214052615 We know that most of… Continue reading Gamification in the Classroom
Instructional Resources to Support Transgender Students
by James Fortney, Instructional Developer, Reinert Center The Reinert Center is committed to delivering programs, services, and instructional resources that support inclusive teaching at Saint Louis University. By inclusive teaching, we mean “the intentional use of course design and teaching methods to create equitable learning environments where all learners can be successful, regardless of differences… Continue reading Instructional Resources to Support Transgender Students
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