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Academic Transformation meets pedagogical challenges with technology

Has your department identified challenges in one or more courses that, if you could overcome them, would improve teaching and learning? Please consider applying to participate in the two-semester Series on Academic Transformation to improve teaching and learning through the use of educational technologies. Sponsored by Educational Technologies at Missouri (ET@MO), Academic Transformation is for MU teams committed to redesigning one or more key courses for teaching and learning improvement. Read more.

Demonstrate concepts with video

A short video can help enhance your students' understanding of concepts. Consult with ET@MO staff on what concepts would lend themselves to a video component, and receive hands-on assistance with development. Contact Marsha Lyon at 884-7458 or lyonm@missouri.edu.

7 things you should know about RSS

RSS is a protocol that lets users subscribe to online content using a "reader" or "aggregator." Internet users tend to settle on preferred information sources. RSS allows users to create a list of those sources in an application that automatically retrieves updates, saving users considerable time and effort. Download the PDF of this full article. This information is provided by the EDUCAUSE Learning Initiative's (ELI's) 7 Things You Should Know About... series which provides concise information on emerging learning technologies and related practices.

CAMPUS NEWS

Students show gratitude on new "Thank-a-Prof" Web site
Mizzou students now have a place to thank their professor, graduate instructor, or teaching assistant for their hard work, and effort that gave them an unforgettable learning experience. View http://thankaprof.missouri.edu.

Breaking down writing assignments
The Assignment Planner presents the research process in a series of twelve manageable steps, to assist students both in effectively managing time and engaging critically with information to complete the task on time. The assignment planner, an interactive web-based research paper planner for undergraduates, presents dynamic, individualized content that helps students prepare, plan, research, and write their research papers. The planner develops time management skills and acts as a marketing tool for Writing Center resources and library materials. Go to Web site.

TECHNOLOGY NEWS

Online social networking for teachers
Educators who are looking for online sites to communicate and collaborate with their peers can register free of charge with Teachade, a site that lets educators share resources, create online learning communities, and connect with colleagues. Teachade is available to K-12 teachers, pre-service, student teachers, and college professors. http://www.teachade.com