At the UMD INFO College, faculty, staff, and students together are combining principles of information science with cutting-edge technology to foster access to information, improve information interfaces, and expand how information is used in an evolving world.
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Let's Talk About Grade Inflation
Grade inflation has become a prominent topic in higher education, but the questions it raises are more complicated than simply asking whether students are earning too many A's.
Let's Talk About Grade Inflation
Grade inflation has become a prominent topic in higher education, but the questions it raises are more complicated than simply asking whether students are earning too many A's. Join colleagues for a facilitated conversation.
An Introduction to Community-Engaged Course Design
Explore the foundations of community-engaged course design. Learn key values, partnership and project models, and the campus policies and supports that shape this work.
Building Reciprocal Partnerships for Community Engagement
Build community partnerships that are mutually beneficial and built to last. Explore partnership models, map key stakeholders, and learn what to share, ask, and listen for.
Getting Started with Your Teaching Philosophy Statement
Whether you’re starting from scratch or finalizing a draft, join this workshop to get guidance and clarity on articulating an effective teaching philosophy.
Redesigning Your Programming Assignments for AI
Explore how AI affects your programming assignments
Reflection: Deeper Learning From Community Engagement
Turn community experiences into meaningful learning. Explore reflection models, assignments, and assessment strategies that help students move beyond retelling to deeper learning.
Alternative Grading Strategies
Do you wish your grading practices better reflected what you value in your discipline? This workshop will introduce you to the principles of alternative grading and explore practical strategies for making grading more transparent, equitable, and learn...
Preparing Students to Succeed: Scaffolding for Community Engagement
Design a community-engaged course with purpose. Use backward course design to align learning goals, activities, assessments, and community partner needs while balancing challenge and support to help students and partners succeed.