Face-to-Face Instruction

A physics professor talks to a group of students in a Physics 101 IOLab section
A physics professor talks to a group of students working
collaboratively in the classroom
Photo credit UI Public Affairs: Brian Stauffer

Anyone who’s been in front of students in a live classroom knows that there are real benefits to the face-to-face modality, like the immediacy of the feedback received, and the agility of the conversation to take new and interesting directions. Learning is a social process that definitely has some advantages when experienced in real life, but not many courses are taught solely face-to-face these days. More than likely, some components of the course happen in the online environment. If this describes your approach, you should also review the Blended Learning page.

“Flipping” parts of your face-to-face course frees up more in-class time for practical applications. Campus consultants can help you identify lessons or activities that would benefit from being moved online, and help you navigate the development process to create course enhancements that really work. Flipping is a great way to balance online and in-class activities.

Active Learning in the Classroom

The Center for Innovation in Teaching & Learning offers the following guidance and strategies to maintain an engaging and inclusive classroom environment.

Teaching in Specific Contexts

Teaching and learning occur in a wide variety of settings and circumstances. Attempts to uncover a “one-size-fits-all” approach to college teaching often fail to capture the richness and complexity of different educational contexts.  As you plan for your semester, the resources in this area can help you with customizing your course planning and development. 

Classroom Management

Technology in the Classroom

If you need assistance with technologies found in classrooms, Technology Services can help. For immediate classroom assistance, including after hours Collaborate support, please contact us at 217-244-7000 or consult@illinois.edu

Training by Technology Services staff is strongly encouraged. Training sessions are approximately 20 to 30 minutes long and take place in your assigned classroom at your request. Training requests need to be submitted no later than two business days before the intended use of the equipment. Arrangements for training are made through the training request form. For information on the specific equipment available, instructions for use, and images associated with your assigned classroom, visit the Technology Enhanced Classrooms, Building List .

If you need specialized software to be installed, you must make this request at least 10 days in advance. You will also be required to provide a licensed copy of the requested software or the URL of the web site for a free download. Inquires or requests should be made through the software request form found on the Technology Services classroom support page.