Libraries, Research, Teaching, Temple University

Course Reserve Reading Lists: A Powerful Tool for Student Savings

Temple Libraries has introduced Leganto, a new course reserves software that simplifies access to high-demand materials for students, addressing rising textbook costs. Leganto integrates with Canvas and the library’s management system for an efficient experience. Additionally, the Libkey Nomad extension offers one-click access to library content, enhancing research accessibility. Continue reading Course Reserve Reading Lists: A Powerful Tool for Student Savings

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General Education, Teaching, Temple University

From Main Campus to Temple-Japan

Brad Windhauser, a professor at Temple University, reflects on his decision-making process in preparing for a semester-long teaching assignment at Temple University Japan (TUJ). He navigates personal and professional challenges, including course adjustments, visa logistics, and adapting to life abroad while considering his identity and experiences in Japan. Continue reading From Main Campus to Temple-Japan

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Faculty Senate, Temple Administration, Temple University

Op-Ed: Calling for a Transformation in Temple’s Leadership

Editor’s note: This is a jointly written op-ed expressing the concerns of numerous faculty across campus. It follows this PowerPoint presentation to the Faculty Senate on February 26, 2024. The authors and other signatories of the letter are listed below. I am not one of the authors. As editor, I chose to publish it because The Faculty Herald should provide opportunities for faculty and librarians … Continue reading Op-Ed: Calling for a Transformation in Temple’s Leadership

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General Education, Teaching, Temple University

Ahh, I Feel Refreshed: A Systematic Approach to Revamping Your Course 

by Jeff Rients & Cliff Rouder You’ve taught the same course multiple times in the same way over the span of multiple semesters. But our students and the world they live in is constantly changing. We need to ensure that our students will be ready for the challenges of our constantly changing world. That means review and revision is in order, even for courses that … Continue reading Ahh, I Feel Refreshed: A Systematic Approach to Revamping Your Course 

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Faculty Senate, Research, Teaching, Temple Administration, Temple University

Presentation to the Faculty Senate on the State of the University, Enrollment, Finance, and Faculty Attrition

On February 26, 2024, Eric Borguet, Mohammad Kiani, and Steve Newman presented the following PowerPoint to the Faculty Senate. We are publishing it here for those who were unable to attend. Continue reading Presentation to the Faculty Senate on the State of the University, Enrollment, Finance, and Faculty Attrition

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