Notes on activity 1

Activity 1 looks at one formulation of characteristics of effective teaching first based on some work by Chickering and Gamson (1987) and called the "Seven Principles for Good Practice in Undergraduate Education". This formulation by Chickering and Erhmann (1996) discusses how achievement of each of the Seven Principles can be helped by the use of technology.

1. Good Practice Encourages Contacts Between Students and Faculty
   [How can Technology help?]
2. Good Practice Develops Reciprocity and Cooperation Among Students
   [How can Technology help?]
3. Good Practice Uses Active Learning Techniques
   [How can Technology help?]
4. Good Practice Gives Prompt Feedback
   [How can Technology help?]
5. Good Practice Emphasizes Time on Task
   [How can Technology help?]
6. Good Practice Communicates High Expectations
   [How can Technology help?]
7. Good Practice Respects Diverse Talents and Ways of Learning
   [How can Technology help?]

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