Every Monday, Magna Publications provides UConn faculty members with access to a 20-minute video from its “Monday Morning Mentor” presentation series. This series offers video-based programs designed to answer a specific question related to teaching and learning, delivering actionable insights in highly focused 20-minute presentations designed to fit busy schedules.
This week’s program, “How Can I Connect Students’ Interests to Course Content?” can be accessed at http://www.mondaymorningmentors.com; use the following password: course2739.
When students see a clear link between their concerns and your course content, teaching and learning improve. The trick is establishing those connections. Alice Cassidy, Ph.D., shows you how to get students to make a personal investment in their learning – no matter how large or small your class may be. Learn how:
- In-class activities can help students discover the connection between their concerns and course content.
- Adapting your assignments can help students see the links between their world and your course.
To find new ways to strengthen student motivation by exploring cited resources. This video will be available from Monday, November 9 – Sunday, November 15, 2015.
For more information, contact: the Institute for Teaching and Learning at itl@uconn.edu