• Supporting student mental health in the college classroom

    By Tasha Galardi, OSU College of Health The teaching landscape has changed in a variety of ways since the start of the COVID pandemic, and one thing many of us are noticing is an increase in the mental health issues that our students are experiencing. The majority of college students today meet the criteria for…


  • Evidence-based teaching strategies increase student engagement

    By Jonathan Andicoechea, OSU College of Science Despite continuous research attempting to drive a stake through its heart, the exclusive use of the lecture format continues to haunt the college classroom. Like a ghoul slinking around under the cover of darkness, it feasts on students’ academic potential, resulting in depressed learning gains and an enervated…


  • Timely Teaching Tips: Weeks 3 and 4 – Supporting student prep for course assignments and exams  

    By Emma Larkins, OSU Center for Teaching and Learning Help students tackle their term-long projects starting now   When faced with many competing responsibilities and due dates, it can be easy for students to focus on the most pressing deadlines, losing sight of the end-of-the-term. There are several strategies and resources you can use to help…