This article explores the parallels between improvisational theater, commonly known as improv, and active teaching. Specifically, it focuses in impact of improv techniques on instructor teaching assistant professional development. The implementation an seminar is analyzed, where were used developing quality assistants mathematics department at University California, Santa Cruz.

Purpose In this study, the authors explore teachers' experiences of work during pandemic using analytic lens technostress. More specifically, investigate how sudden transition to distance education induces technostress among teachers in relation their teaching practice. Design/methodology/approach The data gathering method constitutes a questionnaire that explores situation was affected by shif...

Universities are investing considerable resources into blended learning as an institutional strategy to respond to pressures of uncertain economies, increasing globalisation, and the changing expectations of cohorts of digitally savvy students. However, the widespread adoption of effective blended teaching practices has generally not been achieved. A greater understanding of academics’ blended ...

BACKGROUND In medical education, a learner-centred approach is recommended. There is also a trend towards workplace-based learning outside of the hospital setting. In Australia, this has resulted in an increased need for General Practitioner (GP) supervisors who are receptive to using adult learning principles in their teaching. Little is known about what motivates Australian GP supervisors and...