Teaching in Higher Ed 6 Pedagogical Practices From 600 Episodes
Dec 11, 2025
Dave Stachowiak, a frequent collaborator, joins to delve into six key pedagogical practices informed by 600 discussions. They emphasize starting small to foster engagement and building courses around curiosity instead of mere content coverage. The importance of prioritizing presence over perfection is highlighted, along with cultivating meaningful relationships in the classroom. Stachowiak also discusses understanding one's scope of practice and focusing on personal growth. It's a reflective journey brimming with practical teaching insights.
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Start And End Small
- Do start and end small by adopting manageable, repeatable practices like 'small ball' or MVP.
- Add one incremental improvement each term to build toward larger change without overwhelm.
Build Courses Around Curiosity
- Do design courses around student curiosity and flexible frameworks rather than trying to cover everything.
- Use tools like micro-lectures, annotation, and course spines to leave room for emergence.
Presence Over Perfection
- Prioritize being present with students over achieving flawless delivery or materials.
- Presence improves connection and learning more than striving for perfection does.
