Assess Without the Stress: Engagement, Agency, and Inclusion in Higher Ed with Caleb Curfman

This episode talks about Perusall and the way it can create community and engagement in a college class!

In this episode, I talk with Jessica Cavallaro to understand the new wave of a class community using the Agile framework. Check out the show notes @ www.calebcurfman.com

This episode includes listener questions based on starting a semester strong with some quick tips to use tomorrow!

Dr. Gabriel Warren is the Dean of Business, Industry, and Human Services at Century College. He has served in leadership roles for over 15 years, spanning across higher education, non-profit, government, and business sectors. In addition to the work he has done, Dr. Warren has also written and published two personal development books, does motivational speaking, and podcast host.

Dr. Claire H. Major discusses the use of Classroom Assessment Techniques online and in person. They explore intrinsic motivation, the K Patricia Cross Academy, collaborative writing, practical techniques, reflection activities, authentic assessment in lecture classes, and ways to engage and motivate students.

This episode sets up a conversation I will have next week, but also provides Just In Time techniques of formative assessment in the classroom! Be sure to check out www.calebcurfman.com for links to the K. Patricia Cross Academy!

The podcast discusses the impact of Chat GPT, a generative AI, in higher education. It explores the challenges and limitations of assessing student work in higher ed, including the use of plagiarism checkers. The speaker reflects on AI's impact and highlights the value of student input. It also emphasizes the importance of intentional course design and structure when incorporating generative AI in teaching and learning.

David Harris, Editor in Chief of OpenStax, discusses the development process at OpenStax, the importance of eliminating barriers for student engagement, signing up for a free account on OpenStax, the significance of focusing on process in assessment, and ways to contact and recommend OpenStax.

This episode is a focused case study on "Un-essays" and how they can meet the same outcomes as the less inclusive and often misguiding term paper.

This episode discusses the exciting things to come! It also answers 5 listener questions!