Reading Time: 2 minutesYou’ve probably heard of projects where the CTL works with instructors to create or improve their courses. But did you know that the CTL also works with instructors on non-course projects? Dr. David Peterson, Assistant Professor of Kinesiology, approached the CTL for some help creating diagrams for a research project he was proposing. This research centered around whether certain people have an advantage in doing sit-ups based on having different bone length. Peterson wanted to create some diagrams that would articulate the exact landmarks used for measurement. The CTL went through some trial and error in the process of designing the diagrams, starting with wheeling a skeleton…
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Canvas Transition: Top 3 Tips to Overcome the Learning Curve
Reading Time: 2 minutesA faculty member walked into my office this week and proclaimed, “the change to Canvas energizes me — I love the challenge!” Another faculty member admitted concern with the change, but they appreciated how faculty are being empowered and supported. Another said they never used Moodle and were apprehensive about using Canvas. Yet another made a tutorial video for importing Moodle courses into Canvas. While the overall response from faculty, staff, students, and administration is positive, it is proper to recognize that there is a learning curve for everyone. Regardless of where you find yourself on the Canvas learning curve, there are three things that will reduce…
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Welcome!
Reading Time: 2 minutesWelcome to FOCUS: the hub of teaching and learning at Cedarville University, brought to you by the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL). This blog is designed to be a resource, your go-to place for teaching and learning strategies, learning management system (LMS) best practices, as well as tips and tricks from the CTL and your fellow faculty members. This blog will foster community and provide a central location to find resources. What can you expect? Here, you’ll find teaching best practices backed by research, tips and tricks for using our learning management system, CTL project features, and much more. You’ll see posts authored by CTL staff,…