Films on Demand – May 2022 End of Support

Films on Demand – May 2022 End of Support

At the end of the Spring 2022 semester, Films of Demand will be removed as a resource and no longer available via the NMC Library. Our contract with the service ends on May 31st, 2022. In the coming months, your library liaison will reach out to...
Growing learning through connecting classrooms

Growing learning through connecting classrooms

The EDU101 hybrid class I teach has one homework assignment that takes at least 45 hours, and many of the students ask if they can spend more time on it. Some do struggle with their schedules to get it all done, but the question the ask is usually a variation of,...
How Many Points is that Worth?

How Many Points is that Worth?

Instructors may hear this question from students regarding an assignment and how it will affect their grade.  AND instructors may ask themselves the same question when entering scores into the grade book.  You can direct students to your syllabus to answer their...
The Ripple Effect of Teaching with Service Learning

The Ripple Effect of Teaching with Service Learning

Last week, I was privileged to attend the final presentation of Kristy McDonald’s students about their BIG Little Hero Race they sponsored to raise funds for Big Brothers and Big Sisters.   Listening to the students describe their own growth during the semester...
Five Tips for Using Spring Fever as a Springboard for Learning

Five Tips for Using Spring Fever as a Springboard for Learning

The glorious sun has finally chased winter away just in time for the push towards finals week. After six months of cold and grey, it is a challenge to keep focused on anything indoors—especially for those students who already struggle with school. Fortunately,...