Show time: how to be an engaging teacher

By dene.mullen, 19 October, 2023
Advice on connecting with students and making your classes more dynamic
Show time: how to be an engaging teacher
Advice on connecting with students and making your classes more dynamic
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Many academics find themselves battling dwindling attendances for live classes, not to mention reduced motivation and interaction among those who do attend. A situation almost certainly compounded by the shift online, it appears that, for many, building rapport and engaging learners has rarely been such a challenge. While there can be some confusion over what exactly constitutes student engagement, this collection of resources shows there is broad agreement that creating fun, interactive lessons, learning how to connect with students and using technology effectively are key starting points for getting your class onside.

Connecting with students
Resources
By Eliza.Compton, 6 October, 2023
Students want to study with academics who understand them and speak their language rather than learn from people they feel are out of touch. Here’s how to align your lingo and foster engagement
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4minutes
By Miranda Prynne, 9 December, 2022
Dialogic validation is about making students aware of the value their ideas bring to the classroom. Roehl Sybing discusses three simple principles that teachers can adopt to get students talking
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3minutes
Improving classroom presence
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By Eliza.Compton, 19 July, 2022
Falling class attendance and shorter student attention spans present challenges for university teachers. Sandi Mann offers advice for tackling the boredom conundrum
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4minutes
By Miranda Prynne, 14 July, 2022
A strong ‘presence’ in the classroom can help imbue students with a passion for your subject and willingness to learn. Catherine Wehlburg explores simple ways to enhance teaching presence
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4minutes
By Eliza.Compton, 10 May, 2023
Psychology-based rhetoric training is a way to help lecturers counteract the fall in students’ active attention span. This programme aims to give them speaking skills and confidence that will enhance their effectiveness as educators
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4minutes
Utilising tech effectively
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By Miranda Prynne, 5 October, 2023
What educators can do to overcome three common causes of student disengagement with learning
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3minutes
Introducing humour and fun
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By Eliza.Compton, 7 September, 2023
A laugh or smile can lighten a lecture and make students more willing to speak up in class. Here are tips for using this nuanced, subjective tool in your teaching
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3minutes
Gamification
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By dene.mullen, 22 September, 2023
Bernardo Pereira Nunes offers tips on how to get started on an escape room experience that will boost students’ teamwork, leadership, communication and problem-solving skills
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4minutes