Campus Resources

Below are links to important information regarding Alfred University's Campus Resources.

Between Loyalties and Ideals
Read Dr. Emrys Westacott's 2007 opening convocation address

CD-ROM: 15 Survival Strategies for College Instructors
Motivate learners while creating a positive learning environment for both instructor and learners. This presentation (Magna Resources for Higher Education CD-ROM) addresses some of the common pitfalls facing higher education instructors. Available at Herrick Library for 3-day loan.

Teaching Resources (Web links)
MERLOT - a website for sharing teaching materials. Find peer reviewed online teaching and learning materials. Share advice and expertise about education with expert colleagues. Be recognized for your contributions to quality education.

SUNY Center for Professional Development's online library has an archive of recordings of webinars and presentations freely available. Topics include: topics include Blackboard, iTunes U, Blogs, e-Learning, Blended or Hybrid courses, MERLOT and more.

10 Commandments of Lecturing - Inside Higher Ed, March 20, 2009

Internet Resources for Higher Education Outcomes Assessment

Cutting Edge Course Design Tutorial

Links of Interest
Teaching Them How to Think - Inside Higher Ed, June 9, 2011

Writing Recommendation Letters: A Faculty Handbook - free online book with tips and sample recommendation letters.

Unread Monographs, Uninspired Undergrads - Inside Higher Ed, March 18, 2009

Figuring Out Freshmen - Inside Higher Ed, March 18, 2009

Identity Politics and Invisible Disability in the Classroom - Inside Higher Ed, March 17, 2009