Imagine this: you've taught a concept that's challenging, ensured your assessment was fair, and suddenly, the results are in, and they're not good. That sinking feeling of "Where did I, or we, go wrong?" settles in.
In this episode, Dr Toyin Ali, a senior lecturer at the University of Georgia, confronts the uncomfortable reality of what to do when your students fail an exam. It's an issue that can catch even the most seasoned educators by surprise, but there are constructive ways to handle it.
Resources:
- Check out my YouTube video on supplemental lesson plans for students
- Purchase the Mid-Semester Survey Toolkit
- Sign up for The Independent Professor Workshop
- Read the essay about tenure here
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Imagine this: you've taught a concept that's challenging, ensured your assessment was fair, and suddenly, the results are in, and they're not good. That sinking feeling of "Where did I, or we, go wrong?" settles in.
In this episode, Dr Toyin Ali, a senior lecturer at the University of Georgia, confronts the uncomfortable reality of what to do when your students fail an exam. It's an issue that can catch even the most seasoned educators by surprise, but there are constructive ways to handle it.
Resources:
- Check out my YouTube video on supplemental lesson plans for students
- Purchase the Mid-Semester Survey Toolkit
- Sign up for The Independent Professor Workshop
- Read the essay about tenure here
Your Students Are More Important Than Your Curriculum
Good Teaching with Dr. Toyin Alli
1 year ago
Your Students Are More Important Than Your Curriculum
Believe it or not, empathy is an effective teaching strategy, particularly in times of tragedy.
This week Dr. Toyin Alli, a senior lecturer at the University of Georgia, opens up about a difficult week on her campus that left students and faculty shaken. Following the loss of two students, Dr. Alli emphasizes the need for educators to prioritize their students' well-being over academic content.
In this episode, Dr. Alli explains why canceling quizzes and adjusting deadlines allow her students time to process the events and provide resources for support.
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Read the essay about tenure here
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Good Teaching with Dr. Toyin Alli
Imagine this: you've taught a concept that's challenging, ensured your assessment was fair, and suddenly, the results are in, and they're not good. That sinking feeling of "Where did I, or we, go wrong?" settles in.
In this episode, Dr Toyin Ali, a senior lecturer at the University of Georgia, confronts the uncomfortable reality of what to do when your students fail an exam. It's an issue that can catch even the most seasoned educators by surprise, but there are constructive ways to handle it.
Resources:
- Check out my YouTube video on supplemental lesson plans for students
- Purchase the Mid-Semester Survey Toolkit
- Sign up for The Independent Professor Workshop
- Read the essay about tenure here
