The WRC: Supporting Student Scholars

The WRC: Supporting Student Scholars

Writing center practice and theory, as a discipline, is one of the most inclusive and supportive academic communities that I’ve had the opportunity to be a part of. One particular quality of writing center practice is how much it supports and encourages student...
Reflections from down the road…

Reflections from down the road…

Yes, I am retired; I no longer facilitate learning. Are my teaching and learning opinions still relevant? Although I no longer teach, I certainly am learning… MOOCs of great variety seem to be available everywhere; I completed two since commencement last May and am...
Do not go gentle into that good night

Do not go gentle into that good night

Are new technologies making teachers irrelevant? Our space is increasingly encroached upon by MOOCs, gamification, online classrooms, competency based curriculum, iPads in the classroom, virtually unlimited online information, and other threats to the traditional...
Fall 2015 Transfer Fair: October 13

Fall 2015 Transfer Fair: October 13

Over 30 university representatives will be on NMC’s campus on Tuesday, October 13 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. to talk with students, staff and faculty about their programs and the transfer process. The university representatives will be in two locations: Welcome...
Book Review: Tools for Teaching

Book Review: Tools for Teaching

Need a quick shot in the arm or a whole new strategy? Tools for Teaching by Barbara Gross Davis is just what the doctor ordered. Whether it be getting started with a course or a class, dealing with the change and diversity that are part and parcel of community college...