Student belonging

As the school year gets underway this fall, many teachers are wondering how to address the mental health repercussions of the past two years. How can we show up for our students with care at the ce…

Simple strategies for reframing our assignments & feedback that increase students' sense of belonging

How do you help students trust that you have their best interests at heart?

There are 36 million Americans who have earned some college credit, but not an actual degree. More colleges than ever are trying to help these students ...

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ADHD often occurs alongside other conditions, known as comorbid conditions. Some of the most common comorbidities can lead to misdiagnosis or conditions remaining undiagnosed. This article describes how these conditions overlap with ADHD and some tips for how to identify them.

An important component of student engagement and academic success is the cultivation of psychological safety and inclusivity in the classroom.

UPDATE May 2020:  In the era of Remote/Distance/eLearning, teachers have stepped up to adapt this activity for use when we are not in our

Trauma glasses are a way to conceptualize how we view and interpret student behavior, and we all need to add them to our teacher toolkit.

Amber Phillips shares some high- and low-tech tips for supporting anxious students and improving inclusivity in the post-pandemic physical classroom

Mental health advocates hope the new hotline will make it much easier to get support if you're in crisis or helping someone who is. Here's how it works and what could stand in its way.

The first time I wore a Cornell sweatshirt was the week I graduated from the university. It was an extraordinarily expensive gift from my brother. He ...

How effective communication and alternative grading can support a pedagogy of care

And how do our answers to that question impact our work in higher ed?

Professors could be better about building relationships with students, many of whom hope for assistance with career planning and networking. But students may not realize their role in connecting.

Making a syllabus is a crucial component of any curriculum, as it clearly outlines what a student must do to be successful in the course.

Show students that mistakes are part of the learning process and help them work through challenges in a way that encourages self-compassion and promotes a sense of belonging.

Shaina Rowell on episode 414 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast

Heidi Weston and Peter Felten discuss how mattering matters on episode 413 of the Teaching in Higher Ed podcast

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