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Open Dialogues: How to use open tools and resources for problem sets
Posted on Nov 30, 2017 by Emi Sasagawa
For a long time engineering instructors have had homework problems for students in UBC’s Learning Management System (LMS). That is, until recently, when they found that students preferred the WeBWorK problems they were getting in their math courses. Read moreNew course tackles ‘wicked problems’ with strategic design methodology
Posted on Oct 31, 2017 by Julia Burnham
Starting in January 2018, undergraduate students will have the chance to participate in the pilot of an experiential learning course focused on ‘wicked problems.' Read moreProject identifies teaching practices that promote student wellbeing
Posted on Oct 02, 2017 by Wendy Chan
Through examining the impact of instructional practices on student mental health and wellbeing, this project is helping create classroom spaces where students can thrive. Read moreLatest round of TLEF projects announced
Posted on Apr 04, 2017 by Heather McCabe
Fifteen large projects and 49 small projects have been selected in the latest round of funding through the Teaching and Learning Enhancement Fund (TLEF). Read moreLFS core series builds community engagement
Posted on by Wendy Chan
Through working on community projects, students in the Land, Food and Community series are gaining hands-on learning experience and creating a lasting impact in their community. Read moreVantage College brings innovation to teaching international students
Posted on Jan 16, 2017 by Wendy Chan
Through innovative instruction, small classes, and a collaborative atmosphere, Vantage College is creating a unique and comprehensive first-year experience for international students. The shift: Integrated, disciplinary language support for English language learners Come spring 2018, the first cohort of students in the Vantage One program will be graduating UBC. Vantage One is a unique first-year […] Read moreOpen Dialogues: How to make education more accessible
Posted on Jun 28, 2016 by Emi Sasagawa
Claudia Krebs, a Professor of Teaching in the Faculty of Medicine, shares how academics must view open education as a social responsibility. Read moreOpen Dialogues: How to engage the general public
Posted on Apr 15, 2016 by Emi Sasagawa
Maja Krzic shares how open education can help raise the profile of soil science to students and the general public. Read moreTLEF projects innovate to enrich student learning
Posted on Mar 31, 2016 by Emi Sasagawa
Learn more about three TLEF funded proposals for the 2016-17 year. Read moreOpen Dialogues: How to make Teaching more student-centered
Posted on Dec 22, 2015 by Emi Sasagawa
Professor Rosie Redfield talks about Open Science and the future of education. Read more