What does active learning look like in the classroom? Dr. Barbekka Hurtt, an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biological Sciences, incorporates active learning into her non-majors biology class to help students apply what they are learning and see its value in their own lives. View full article and video at: http://otl.du.edu/blog/faculty-showcase-active-learning-with-professor-barbekka-hurtt/

The purpose of the Academic Achievement Program at the University of Denver College of Law is to provide assistance to students to enable them to master those legal study skills necessary for success in law school, on the bar exam, and in legal practice.

Gregory Robbins, chair of the Religious Studies department at the University of Denver discusses his use of the Reacting to the Past game based learning method. This method utilizes role playing techniques in the classroom to enhance the teaching and learning experience.

Ethan Crawford from GSSW interviews Professor Michael Wesch on how he handles students in the classroom using Facebook. http://www.commonwealthtimes.org/2012/09/09/social-studies-does-facebook-distract-students/

In this Faculty showcase video Chip Reichardt explains the concepts of critical and creative thinking and how he helps develop those skills in students.

Jean F. East, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs in the Graduate School of Social Work, discusses tips for managing power dynamics in the classroom as part of the OTL Faculty Showcase Series.

Paul Colomy, Department of Sociology and Criminology, describes the Rewards and Challenges of being a DU professor at the New Faculty Orientation.

Jennifer Campbell from the Writing Program shows examples of student generated video assignments. Students created digital storytelling activities.

John Kayser, from the Graduate School of Social Work, describes lessons learned about the best way to incorporate online video modules and tutorials in the classroom.

Nicole Russell from the Morgridge College of Education, explains how she works with students to develop classroom norms. These norms are tailored to make the classroom a comfortable learning environment for all participants.

A demonstration on how to use DU VideoManager to provide student feedback and evaluation.  Student videos are uploaded into Groups.  Groups in VideoManager provide a means of sharing private videos with group members. Learn more at DU VideoManager