Center for Excellence in TeachingLearning theories
An overview of fundamental aspects of the leading learning theories. University instructors use these theories to inform the decisions they make about their teaching/instruction with the goal of making it more effective.
Resources: Inclusive Teaching
In-class work as participation
This guide serves as an explanation of using in-class work to evaluate student participation, and why in-class work is preferred over less-structured forms of participation. Suggestions for facilitating in-class work, and samples, are provided.
Flipped course design
An introduction to the flipped course, a course design style that is more consistent with theories of human learning than traditional lecture-style courses and supported by educational research.
Faculty Decision Guide
A quick-reference tool to help faculty respond effectively to common student situations. For each scenario, the guide outlines the required steps and recommended actions for appropriate student support.
Hybrid streaming course design model
This resource provides an explanation of a hybrid streaming course design model, sometimes referred to as HyFlex, and faculty considerations for course planning and design.
Disarming upset students
A stepwise procedure for respectfully managing upset students, particularly during classroom discussions.