“Tell me and I will forget, show me and I may remember; involve me and I will understand.” -Benjamin Franklin One of the most important, but difficult, aspects of teaching is finding ways to truly engage students in the learning experience. This…
The Ultimate Guide to Active Learning in the College Classroom: Part 4 – Short Active Learning Exercises that Make Lecture More Effective
We’re back with more installments of The Ultimate Guide to Active Learning in the College Classroom, our deep dive into practical ideas and strategies to transform your classroom. If you need to catch up, read Part 1, Part 2, or Part…
The Ultimate Guide to Active Learning in the College Classroom: Part 1
Keeping your students engaged with active learning might seem like a daunting task, one where the benefit may not seem worth the extra effort, but ultimately, is a tactic that many professors know will benefit their students in the long…
Teaching Conscious Capitalism to the Next Generation of Entrepreneurs
John Mackey, co-founder and CEO of Whole Foods, wrote in 2013 that the future of business lay in Conscious Capitalism. No one would blame you if you didn’t change your curriculum right away based on his book with Raj Sisodia.…
Practice Makes Perfect – Experiential Learning Might Be the Solution
Higher education tends to place a large focus on teaching students how to succeed, both inside and outside of the classroom. Addressing failure, however, is equally as important, and it is essential for students to recognize the value of learning…
