Increased student engagement and belonging through continually randomised in-class activity groups
byImagine: It is week one of the semester, and the classroom is buzzing with students eager to engage and learn. In small group activities,…
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Increasing students’ engagement with feedback
byProviding positive and constructive feedback can be the most effective way to support students. This takes various forms, such as in-class discussions or written…
Using AI to provide feedback on an Early Feedback Writing Task (EFT)
byThe introduction in semester 1, 2024, of an early feedback task (EFT) in all 1000-level units was a welcome innovation to assist students in a…
Padlet and Cogniti: A scaffolded approach to writing practice
byIn Semester 1, 2024, I coordinated FRNC2603 French 3, a core language unit in the Introductory and Intermediate French and Francophone Studies major and…
Transforming veterinary histology education: A personal journey from struggle to innovation
byMy experience with histology as a veterinary student was far from ideal. In a large lecture hall with 140 students, we had a single…
Using generative AI as part of assessments: Cheating or opportunity?
byWhat do you want students to learn and achieve when they complete assessments? Are there opportunities for AI to improve how students achieve these…
Tailoring peer observation for your tutors at Sydney
byIn our previous post, Supporting Tutors through Peer Observation, we explored the concept of peer observation, its benefits for tutors, and key features of…
Supporting tutors through Peer Observation
byTutors are often the first point of contact for our students, playing a crucial role in their learning journey. However, these educators, especially those…
Improve your UDL literacy – Interview with UDL expert Dr. Elizabeth Berquist
byUniversal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework that can be used to guide the design of accessible and challenging learning environments for all…
Setting our students up for success: The Vice-Chancellor’s Challenge
byAt the University of Sydney we’re committed to providing an exceptional educational experience that prepares our students for success. As you may already know,…