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

Dr. Barbi Honeycutt discusses innovative teaching strategies, active learning, and assessment in higher education. They explore transitioning to active learning, rethinking assessment, empowering students through guided notes, and projects for faculty development.

In this episode, we discuss the unique opportunities for assessment in the HyFlex Course Model. Brian Beatty shares why he developed the model and how his classes have changed over time using the model.

In this episode, I speak with Flower Darby about the way that assessment is and is not changing in the age of AI. She includes many tips and tricks as well as wonderful resources for you to use to make changes tomorrow! Including a book she co-authored that is FREE to download, check the show notes at www.calebcurfman.com for the link!

In this episode, I sit down with Dan Allasso, who teaches history at Bemidji State University, to talk about the state of Higher Ed, AI in assignments, humanizing education, and our role going forward. This is a bit different, but offers some interesting ideas that we workshop!

Thomas J. Tobin, internationally recognized scholar and speaker on technology-mediated education, discusses lowering assessment barriers in higher ed using Universal Design for Learning (UDL). Topics include supporting blind instructors, providing choice in assignments, incorporating UDL principles in class assessments, and implementing UDL in practice.

In this episode, I sit down with Dan Allasso, who teaches history at Bemidji State University, to talk about the state of Higher Ed, AI in assignments, humanizing education, and our role going forward. This is a bit different, but offers some interesting ideas that we workshop! Be sure to visit the website www.calebcurfman.com

In this episode, I look at group work and the way to (and not to) assess it! Group work is important as it develops skills that students need as they learn to succeed in the ever-changing world we live in. Using specific roles and detailed criteria provides a great framework for group projects. Plus, I share a scary, but important A.I. experience I had this week and ask you to do the same! Check out the show at www.calebcurfman.com

Exploring retrieval practice and low-stakes quizzes in higher education, focusing on long-term retention benefits and reduced anxiety. Tips on implementation for enhanced student learning outcomes and timely feedback. Emphasis on prioritizing learning process over grades and promoting engagement through personalized questions and self-assessment strategies.

In this episode, tips and ideas for selecting materials for your upcoming courses are discussed. I also provide examples of how to incorporate meaningful and impactful resources into the course that students will do something with!

This episode explores unconventional ways to use class discussion boards to promote engagement and equity in college courses. Discover creative examples that can help you transform your online discussions into a more inclusive and engaging space for all students. We'll discuss the importance of engagement and equity in online discussions, share unique approaches such as role-playing scenarios, multimedia responses, and peer-to-peer feedback, and provide tips for promoting equity in these online spaces. Join me as we dive into these innovative strategies and inspire you to think creatively about enhancing your online discussions. Don't miss this episode packed with valuable insights for educators in the digital age! Show notes and recommendations at www.calebcurfman.com