by BMCC faculty, for BMCC faculty
Engaging Students in Writing in the Open, Part 2
Julie Applebaum shares how her students in Art 106 have collaboratively created a shared resource: a guide to the galleries of European art 1850–1900 at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This post is the second in a series on engaging students in public writing, based on open pedagogy assignments developed by faculty in BMCC’s open education seminars.
How to Use AI in the Classroom? BMCC Faculty Identify Three Ways Ahead
What are the specific challenges of generative AI in the classroom? How can we use AI to help students learn better? How can we adjust assignments to prevent AI misuse? These are some of the questions discussed at recent meetings at CETLS and ALL. Share your ideas in the comments.
Engaging Students in Writing in the Open, Part 1
Open pedagogy assignments enable students to share their work publicly, enriching the knowledge commons with their unique understandings, perspectives, and language. In this video post, Professor Ina Litera shares her experiences transforming what had become a routine assignment into something that feels fresh and exciting for both her students and herself.
Guided Course Tours – Part 2
Welcome to Open Teaching Week! In these video course tours, Catherine Cammilleri highlights a Brightspace assignment that incorporates video notes, Quentin Angus walks us through his course structure and the variety of assignments he includes, and Chieftess Olufemi demonstrates group assignments in Brightspace.
Guided Course Tours – Part 1
Open Teaching Week kicks off on March 17 and we're previewing the week's activities with some video guided course tours. Brett Whysel walks us through the structure of his Brightspace course using the video introduction that he shares with students. Brielle Buckler shares how she creates graphical "student contact cards" to build community and help students feel seen and engaged.
Welcoming New Students and Building Belonging!
BMCC is a large institution that can feel overwhelming, especially for new students. In this podcast episode, learn how the Teacher Education department is creating a welcoming environment for new students through Accepted Students Day and a departmental student orientation.
Inquirer Talks: From Page to Presentation
The Inquirer, our faculty publication, is a means of communicating the things that are important to us. It’s not an exaggeration to say that some Inquirer pieces have made me cry, others laugh out loud; others have made me contemplative, ambitious, or angry. That’s why we've partnered with CETLS to launch a new Inquirer Talks series that will give us all a chance to talk with the authors.
The Effortless Mindfulness in the Classroom Toolkit
What if you could create a happier and more engaged classroom, build a sense of belonging, and support a growth mindset without much effort? The Effortless Mindfulness in the Classroom Toolkit, an open educational resource, provides everything you need to incorporate brief, effective mindfulness exercises into your teaching routine, regardless of your prior experience with mindfulness or meditation.
The Current State of Scholarly Publishing: A Recap and What’s Next for BMCC Researchers
On September 24th, BMCC faculty gathered virtually for a webinar titled The Current State of Scholarly Publishing: Open Access and More. This webinar was the first in a BMCC-specific series aimed at equipping our faculty with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate this rapidly evolving ecosystem. We invite you to join us in these important discussions!
CETLS Podcast Episode 1: Professor Hollis Glaser on Academic Freedom
In this inaugural episode of the CETLS Podcast, BMCC Professor Hollis Glaser discusses the foundations of academic freedom, the role of the AAUP, and who to contact with academic freedom concerns.
