Kean University's Video Intervisitation Program (VIP) recognizes faculty achievement by showcasing authentic classroom teaching through short video clips. Faculty contribute recordings highlighting high-engagement teaching practices, which are housed in an internal, on-demand library accessible to all faculty. VIP fosters peer learning,…

A new, strategic approach to professional development for academic developers is presented in this paper. The new model integrates recognition, sharing good practices, reflection, capability-building, professional dialogues, and community-building. After explaining the drivers, research methods, influences, and design principles that underpin this…

In the dynamic landscape of contemporary higher education, the demand for leaders well-versed in the intricacies of its challenges has become paramount. Despite the availability of leadership fellowships and retreats globally, there is a notable dearth of institution-specific leadership development programs tailored for post-secondary education…

This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of the implemented Teacher Development Program (TDP), encompassing these modern approaches, in short-term (after 1 month) and more long-term perspectives (after 1 year). Data on the perceived effectiveness of TDP were collected through a survey. The participants included higher education instructors who…

This report is based on qualitative research conducted between October and November 2024 under the Erasmus+-funded project "Staff development in teaching at European universities" (STAFF-DEV). Four focus groups were organised involving 16 higher education staff representing 16 different Higher education Institutions and 10 different…

Over the past two decades, there has been an increased focus on designing STEM learning experiences for primary and second-level students. We posit that for teachers to design rich learning experiences for their students, they must first have the opportunity to develop their own STEM knowledge and competences, either during their pre-service…

This study examines the effectiveness of ICT training programmes for academics at selected universities in Africa, specifically in Cameroon, Nigeria, and South Africa. Using a qualitative approach, we conducted semi-structured interviews with five ICT trainers and three trainees to better understand their experiences. The findings highlight both…

This research aims to develop a program for enhancing teachers' competencies in creating innovations and inventions in technical colleges under the Office of the Vocational Education Commission in the northeast. The research methodology is based on research and development (R&D). The study is divided into four phases: Phase 1: Study the…

The myriad benefits of globally engaged and intercultural learning are well-documented yet few college students, especially those from traditionally underserved communities, actually engage in these programs. To be more inclusive and make this type of learning more accessible to all students, specifically first-generation, lower socio-economic,…

The past two decades have seen an overall increase in the number of students pursuing a graduate degree in the United States. Gaining a more nuanced understanding of how graduate students navigate the academic, personal, and professional challenges of post baccalaureate education will help programs better support them and ensure student success.…

To help faculty connect programmatic assessment with the advancement of their own scholarly agenda, a professional development series was created that introduces faculty to the mutual benefits of the scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL) and academic program assessment. An additional benefit to faculty for participating in assessment…

We sought to identify which aspects of our professional development program, the Consortium for the Advancement of Undergraduate STEM Education (CAUSE), were most useful for the participants. CAUSE was designed to support STEM faculty as they implement evidence-based teaching practices. We interviewed six faculty participants (Fellows) to address…

This qualitative case study investigates instructional faculty's perceptions of their agency, self-efficacy, and preparedness to personalize instruction in Competency-Based Education (CBE), a growing alternative to traditional higher education known for faster program completion. The study addresses a significant issue in the field -- as CBE…

Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) combines research methods with practical teaching insights, fostering academic development, sustainability, and accountability. This report by the 2024 EUA Learning & Teaching Thematic Peer Group 'Exploring strategies for institutions to leverage the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning' analyses…

California State University, Bakersfield (CSUB) received a six-year grant, "Providing Aid for STEM Success" (PASS), from the National Science Foundation (NSF) in March 2024 to offer scholarships and tailored support to academically talented, low-income students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). In its inaugural…