Teaching Resources
Glossary of Teaching/Learning Terms
Glossary of terms compiled during the 2023-2034 Newish Faculty sessions. The terms are categorized by topic, including Active Learning, Peer Evaluations, Formative and Summative Assessment, and Midcourse feedback. Feel free to suggest others that should be added. This will be updated periodically.
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Consolidated Syllabus Statements
This document captures a set of essential information for students in the form of syllabus statements. These statements may be included in the traditional syllabus or within the course Canvas site. Some of these statements may be more appropriate for certain modalities than others and will be identified as such.
Statements Include:
- Classroom Protocols/Safety Policies
- Students with Disabilities
- Class Recordings
- Bias, Discrimination, Harassment & Misconduct
- Academic Honesty
- Inclusive Excellence
- Office of Learning Resources
- Writing Center
- Health and Wellness
- Technology Requirements and Skills
- Attendance
- Food and Basic Needs
Inclusive Learning
Saint Joseph's offers a number of diversity, equity and inclusion resources for faculty and staff, including training and research opportunities. For students and faculty of the LGBTQIA+ community, there are trainings, groups and workshops to support the education, discussion and awareness of sexual orientations. DEI training ensures the equity and fairness during the job search with research on such topics by Saint Joseph's faculty. Resources, programs and activities are available on campus to ensure the inclusivity of individuals of all abilities. Lastly, Saint Joseph's supports students, staff and faculty of all faiths and religions.
Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Student Learning
This document includes a list of resources culled by the 2022-2023 Interdisciplinary Faculty and Staff Learning Community (FSLC) for Saint Joseph's administrators, faculty, and student-facing staff who are interested in learning more about interdisciplinary and interprofessional approaches to collaborative student learning.
Drexel Library Teaching and Learning Resource Guide
This extensive guide developed by the Drexel Library Staff contains books and other resources for faculty of SJU to use at every stage of the teaching process. It contains useful information for both new and experienced teachers.
Student-Centered Workshops
Our workshops focus on the success of your students by developing learning paths and solutions to meet the expectations of innovative class assignments. Workshops are developed around student skill sets, different learning styles, using technologies, and presenting information to students in a format for success.