What is privacy? What is security? How do you establish the difference between the two? Popular conceptions of these terms may shift due to a variety of factors. The people
Category: Preparing to Teach
Getting Started at UA: Parking, Textbooks, and Email
by Nathan Loewen, Department of Religious Studies Getting started at a new institution is never as simple as showing up on the first day of classes. Every institution has its
Who are You Going to Call? Emergencies, Tech Support, and More
by Nathan Loewen, Department of Religious Studies Knowing whom to call for help or where to go for assistance can make the difference in a good teaching day. Sometimes little
Five Activities for the First Day of Class
by Jessica Porter, Office of Educational Technology (eTech) The first class meeting is an opportunity to clarify your goals and expectations for the course and to get acquainted with your
Increasing Student Participation
Teach students to collaborate before expecting success. Doing group work, peer review, and other collaborative activities without prior training can lead to confusion and dead time in class. For maximum
For Graduate Students: Preparing to Teach
by Jessica Porter, Office of Educational Technology (eTech) As a graduate teaching assistant, you play an important role in the University of Alabama teaching community. The information and resources on
Overview of Flipped Learning
by Jessica Porter, Office of Educational Technology (eTech) Flipped learning is a blended learning model that reverses the typical order of content dispersal and acquisition. In a traditional, lecture-based class,
Overview of Active Learning
by Jessica Porter, Office of Educational Technology (eTech) Active learning requires students to participate in class rather than sitting and listening to lectures. Techniques include, but are not limited to,