Higher education frequently treats grades as exact indicators of learning. For example, one student might get 74%, while another earns 75%. Similarly, one might be awarded a Credit and the other a Distinction. Transcripts, GPA calculations, scholarship rankings, and postgraduate admissions all operate under the assumption that these distinctions are quantifiable, objective, and carry significant…
Innovation Everywhere, Definition Nowhere “Innovation” is a commonly used term in higher education, appearing in strategic plans, mission statements, conference themes, funding proposals, and meetings. Universities often market themselves as innovative, educators are encouraged to adopt innovative practices, and students are promised innovative learning experiences. Despite this frequent usage, the term is rarely explained or…
The LMS as a Repository…or a Learning Environment Historically, the LMS often served as a storage space. The “real” teaching happened in the classroom, while the LMS acted as an administrative support system around it. That distinction is no longer as clear. Today, the LMS determines how students navigate units, access content, revisit concepts, prepare…
Teaching is often perceived and judged as a performance. We walk into a room, deliver content, facilitate discussion, respond in the moment, and manage the energy of the class. When it goes well, it feels engaging, dynamic, and successful. When it doesn’t, it can feel flat, disconnected, or difficult to recover from. In this framing,…