Academics
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October 29, 2018
Teach-out to encourage common ground in turbulent times
An online teach-out called Finding Common Ground, conducted by political science professor Arthur Lupia, begins Nov. 5 and is designed to help people find ways to listen and respect differing viewpoints.
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September 27, 2018
‘Active learning’ effort a step toward broader change in higher ed
U-M is leading a new multi-institutional project that aims to dispel professors’ concerns about the “active learning” teaching method that requires students to participate in their own learning.
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September 19, 2018
International Institute announces interdisciplinary master’s program
The International Institute at U-M will offer a Master’s in International and Regional Studies beginning in the fall of 2019.
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September 4, 2018
#HereToLearn encourages learning lifestyle for U-M community
Why are you “here to learn?” This question posed to alumni and other University of Michigan learners by the Office of Academic Innovation is followed with a commitment: We’ll help you get there.
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August 21, 2018
Ross School announces plans to offer part-time MBA online
The Stephen M. Ross School of Business has announced it will offer a Master of Business Administration degree for working professionals to be delivered mostly online.
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June 18, 2018
Gameful learning event to encourage student ownership of learning
The second Gameful Learning Summer Institute will focus on the strategy that encourages students to engage with their coursework by promoting a sense of autonomy, belonging and competence.
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May 29, 2018
Online portal puts U-M digital learning opportunities in one place
As U-M continues to expand its digital learning portfolio, Michigan Online offers one-stop access to online courses and learning experiences created by Michigan faculty and instructional teams.
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May 29, 2018
Faculty, staff and students can earn free Coursera certifications
Current students, faculty and staff at all three U-M campuses can now earn a verified certificate free of charge for online courses developed by U-M faculty and instructional teams for Coursera.
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May 24, 2018
U-M sharing its teach-out concept with other universities
U-M is sharing its model for teach-outs with other universities, helping them explore how the online learning events can encourage dialogue and public engagement.
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May 17, 2018
Mozart and molars: Music soothes nerves of dental students
The School of Dentistry uses live classical music to relax and clear the minds of first-year students before they are tested for the first time on using the scariest of tools — the drill.
