How to Conduct and Publish a Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Project
Spring 2018
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The concept of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) is variously defined as teaching as scholarly work, evidence-based methods to study effective teaching and student learning, and systematic research and dissemination about teaching and learning. This can include reports on particular classes (e.g., something that worked, qualitative or quantitative assessments of changes; reflective essays, summaries, or integrations of scholarship on teaching; comparisons of courses or student change across time) and more formal research (experimental designs, systematic literature reviews, meta-analyses). In this workshop, we will discuss a systematic approach to designing, assessing, and publishing SoTL projects. Several example projects will be described, from conception to publication. We will also discuss ways that the LT&ITC can consult with you on your project ideas.
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