Will grading easier result in higher course evaluation ratings?
By Ted Murcray In a nutshell Short answer: Maybe, but not likely. A recent study found that easing up on
Developing a qualitative research project: Connecting the research question to the appropriate method
by Kenneth Nehrbass Before you choose your qualitative method, you need to know your research question. Research questions tend to
How the study of history can inform the Christian faith
History degree programs are in decline, as students look for majors that have…
When Courses become (Text)Book Clubs
By Ted Murcray What is a (Text)Book Club? You grab the syllabus, update the due dates, and you are ready
How do you distinguish between spoon-feeding and student support?
by Kenneth Nehrbass Whenever the term “spoon-feeding” shows up in popular media, it is either used to insult students or
How to do faith integration
Below are training videos from Dr. Joe Slunaker, on faith integration. How the biblical record frames who God is How
Leadership Decisions and Buy-In
Ted Murcray Leaders are encouraged to get buy-in from those they lead when making a major decision, particularly a decision
The educational outcomes of discussion board forums
By Ken Nehrbass Discussion boards are one of the best options for creating an online learning environment that is highly
Is there a such thing as Christian teaching?
40% of Christian professors (n=2309) said that their faith does not influence their teaching methods (Smith, 2018, p. 145). In a compilation of nearly 300 books and articles on integration of faith and learning; I noted that very few resources discuss how Christianity
What is the soul of the American University? Marsden updates his answer in The Soul of the American University revisited
By Kenneth Nehrbass
In response to Marsden’s (1994) The American University: From Protestant establishment to Established non-belief, Benne’s (2001) book, Quality with Soul: How six premier Colleges and universities