Teaching Guides | OAI+ Teaching Resources - Portland State University

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Flexible teaching strategies

Flexible Teaching,Course Design

Discover effective flexible teaching strategies for diverse classrooms.

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Encouraging student agency through alternative assessments

Inclusion,Assessment

A guide for meaningful learning.

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Create accessible course materials

Inclusion,Course Design,Accessibility

Everything you need to know.

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Using Open Educational Resources (OER)

Inclusion,Course Design

Keep learning materials free!

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Syllabus template

Download and adapt OAI’s accessible syllabus template for Portland State courses, designed for readability, inclusivity, and ease of use.

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Designing a hybrid or blended course

Flexible Teaching,Course Design

Here's where to start.

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Supporting students online

Grow connection and wellbeing.

Understanding Assessment Methods

Explore various assessment methods and tools for effective teaching.

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Cultivating student motivation

Building choice & decision-making.

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Active lecture and discussion techniques

Steps for engaged learning.