Have you ever had a student approach you and ask, “Dr. Reeves, what do I need to do to get an A in your course?” I have. I often suggest reviewing the syllabus and the percentage points associated with each grade category. I suggest reviewing the rubrics, planning ahead for upcoming due dates, and working … Continue reading Contract Grading Increases Student Engagement and Reduces Anxiety
Winter Break Wellness: You Deserve It
After an equally rewarding and challenging semester, unexpectedly interrupted by a hurricane that many in our communities are still suffering from, we hope you’ll find some downtime for yourselves over the winter break. Whether you’re traveling or staying local, check out the resources below if you're looking for the perfect, lowkey escape to unwind and … Continue reading Winter Break Wellness: You Deserve It
Blackboard Day 2025: Reaching Greater Heights with AI and Universal Design
Join us for our 5th Annual Blackboard Day in the College of Arts & Sciences Building, by accessing Zoom in the CAIFS PD Course, or by using the Zoom Link! Register Now 9 am to 9:30 am Welcome and Blackboard Learn Ultra Updates Join the Blackboard Support Team to learn what is new in the … Continue reading Blackboard Day 2025: Reaching Greater Heights with AI and Universal Design
Motivation After the Midterm
When students feel motivated to learn (University of Buffalo, UW-Whitewater, Kennesaw State), we’re likely to see increases in effort, energy, curiosity, and creativity. We might notice they come to class more, are better prepared, and generally seem open to tackling challenging content or leading a group project. Sometimes, though, even the most motivated students can … Continue reading Motivation After the Midterm
Active Learning Leads to Student Success
Ten years ago, USC Upstate launched its first Active Learning Institute and installed its first active learning classrooms with support from a Title III federal grant. Today, we have 11 state-of-the-art, flexible classrooms in 6 buildings and 100s of enrollments in active learning classes each year. The results of this 10-year effort are impressive. Over … Continue reading Active Learning Leads to Student Success
LibGuides are Now Linked to Blackboard Ultra
If you've been looking for ways to encourage students to know about and to use the well-designed and impeccably curated content from the Library, look no further. There are several new features in Blackboard Ultra that will bring library resources right to your course. To insert LibGuides, database searches, or the Plagiarism Course, log into … Continue reading LibGuides are Now Linked to Blackboard Ultra