By Erin Kraal Next Book: Relationship-Rich Education: How Human Connections Drive Success in College by Peter Felten and Leo Lambert Missed Reading #1? Check it out! Who this book is for: Readers who enjoy personal stories and interviews Anyone on campus—not just faculty—who interacts with students Those concerned about students who don’t take advantage of opportunities Advocates for special populations First Year Seminar (FYS), First-Gen, TRIO, PROFs, etc.) Someone looking f

By Erin Kraal As a child of the ’80s, I’ve never outgrown the summer reading program. I remember earning prizes—such as personal pan pizzas—for tackling a stack of books over the summer. This summer, I’m diving into a big stack of pedagogy and faculty development books that have been piling up in my office. I’ll be sharing short reviews focused on their relevance to the KU community. Maybe one will make your future reading list, or offer something helpful right now. How many

By Erin Kraal The middle of the semester is a critical time to gather feedback on what’s working and where students are struggling. At this point, students have settled into the course, but there is still time to make meaningful adjustments. 1. Mid-Course Survey Mid-course surveys are typically anonymous to encourage honest responses. A simple version could include: What aspect of the course is most helpful to you? What aspect of the course is least helpful to you? Do you hav