Teaching & Learning Center, Temple University CITL Professional Development Fox School of Business 12/11/08

 What is surprising about these students and the way they learn?  What strengths do you see these students bringing to learning?  What do you see as challenges to their learning?

 Digital  Multisensory (especially more visual)  Connected  Social networkers  Multitaskers  Success-oriented  Expect immediacy  Experience competing demands on time

 To receive Detailed syllabi Instructions for assignments Information about grading Assignments and feedback throughout semester Equal treatment Politely couched criticism  To participate actively in class

 To be active participants  For faculty to Be accessible Be appropriately open Maintain confidentiality Listen Provide encouragement Maintain eye contact

MillennialsAmericanUniversal design Research-based Principles MultisensoryDiverse (in age, race, SES, preparation...) Include multiple modes of representation, expression, engagement Respect diverse ways of learning Success- oriented Grades Career Perform better with clear expectations Conceptual Physical Design and communicate for student success

MillennialsAmericanPracticesResearch-based Principles Learn better by doing Learn more through active participation Incorporate active learning opportunities