Category Archives: UMICH Made

M-Write

M-Write, a project funded by the Third Century Initiative, focuses on implementing writing-to- learn pedagogies in large-enrollment courses in multiple departments in LSA and the College of Engineering. Although M-Write is tailored to meet the goals of individual faculty members, the general process follows a similar plan. First, faculty members identify key concepts that they want students to learn in the course and M-Write staff … Continue reading M-Write »

Problem Roulette

Problem Roulette is a study tool that delivers past exam questions to help students learn course material. Study mode: to practice questions by topic so students can learn which topics are their strongest and weakest Exam mode: to mimic timed practice exams Group mode: to practice in study groups Problem Roulette may be a good fit for you if: You have or can create practice problems … Continue reading Problem Roulette »

GradeCraft

GradeCraft is a web-based platform that supports gameful instruction — an approach to course design that allows students to make meaningful choices about how they progress through a course, take on work that challenges them, and feel connected to both peers and instructional staff. For students: A grade predictor An way to plan which assignments to complete Progress visualizations For instructors: Robust grading tools and … Continue reading GradeCraft »

eCoach

for Personalized Learning Support Provide tailored experience for each individual student Adapt content as student improves over time Allow student to choose different activities, content, or pathways within a learning environment