University at Buffalo (UB)
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Create the best learning environment possible for in-person, face-to-face teaching and learning opportunities.
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In-person, or face-to-face, teaching is the most traditional instructional method utilized in univiersity settings, where course content and learning material are taught in person to a group of students. This allows for a live interaction between a learner and an instructor. The benefit of in-person instruction is that learners receive a greater level of interaction with their fellow students as well. In face-to-face learning, students are held accountable for their progress at the class’s specific meeting date and time and this method of learning ensures a better understanding and recollection of lesson content and gives class members a chance to bond with one another.
From theory to desigining and implementing lessons, activities, and assessments, University at Buffalo is here to help.
| Understand and identify the foundational theoretical bases that are essential to effective teaching and learning. |
| Determining learning experiences for students to develop skills, actively construct knowledge and deepen understanding. |
| Engaging students in active and meaningful experiences to strengthen learning. |
| Consider using diverse types of content throughout your course to meaningfully engage students in the learning process. |
| Scaffolding is an instructional practice where a teacher gradually removes guidance and support as students learn and become more competent. |
| The learning environment includes the intellectual, social, emotional and physical environments of a course; all of which will affect learning. |
| Student Success | While students need guidance to learn content in your course, they also need guidance in how to prepare for and succeed on assessments. It is important to support students in their preparation efforts while helping them develop knowledge and skills independently |
The following resources can help make your in-person, face-to-face teaching experience a smooth one.
University at Buffalo has a wide variety of technologies available to enhance your in-person, face-to-face teaching experience.
When teaching an In-Person lecture, it is important to incorporate accessibility practices and principles every step of the way. This includes creating equitable and inclusive content, creating equitable an inclusive learning environments, and incorporating universal design into your instruction. Using the guides below, you can create inclusive and accessible supplementary instruction materials for your In-Person lecture.
Panopto recordings can be shared with restrictions and embedded in UB Learns with captions.
Zoom meetings can be recorded and posted to UB Learns
The University at Buffalo Office of the Registrar's policy on tracking course participation in all courses. In order to ensure compliance with financial aid regulations, the University at Buffalo must confirm eligibility requirements for each student at various times throughout the semester. When determining the proper grade to assign, faculty should consider whether and when students participated in any academically-related activities. For more information on how to grade participation, visit the Office of the Registrar's Participation Tracking page.
At the time of grade entry, faculty will be required to provide participation information for all students to whom they are assigning an F grade.
For more information, visit the Office of the Registrar's F-Grading Participation Tracking page.