Learning a new teaching method

During the semester, we talked about fostering student independence and increasing student engagement. In my opinion, both class objectives are critical to help them succeed in class and their career. Today, I would like to introduce a study by Elizabeth A. Mulligan where they applied a teaching method that helped increase both class objectives. This […]

Conflict management

Conflict management are one of the things you need to learn how to deal in a positive way. Avoiding a conflict could lead to many different things that are not beneficial for you, emotionally and to your day to day life.  Conflicts can arise in any setting because it is human nature and we sometimes […]

How should I study for an exam?

If you are student that doesn’t know how to start studying, then these tips might help you. To be honest, I have been in the same place as you, but I was able to figure it out and adapt as I go further in my career. First, you need to be aware that if you […]

Bloom’s taxonomy question

Bloom’s taxonomy is a great tool to start deciphering your class learning objectives and student assessment. As a TA of an undergraduate Biology lab, I constantly have to come up with different levels of questions that help me assess my students in a better way. In class, we talk about plants hormones and how they […]