Reflections on the emotional aftermath of the election in educational settings

Reflections on the emotional aftermath of the election in educational settings

In a recent opinion piece in Inside Higher Ed, Austin Sarat wrote about the lack of preparation universities had for the possibility of a Trump victory. Now, with his win a reality, the consequences are being felt. Many students and colleagues are feeling despondent, devastated, and fearful for the future. Reflecting on the aftermath of … Read more

Achieving Success in Blended Learning Through AI and Emotional Connection

Achieving Success in Blended Learning Through AI and Emotional Connection

Blended learning has become increasingly popular in both educational and corporate settings due to its effectiveness in providing a flexible and comprehensive learning experience. However, many organizations face a common challenge: learners’ negative attitudes towards the content. Simply combining face-to-face and online components is not enough to engage and motivate learners. Instructional Designers must take … Read more

Andrew Garfield’s emotional conversation with Elmo about loss was his most impressive performance to date in the film industry.

Andrew Garfield’s emotional conversation with Elmo about loss was his most impressive performance to date in the film industry.

Andrew Garfield has been extensively promoting his new film We Live in Time, perhaps even a bit too aggressively. From chemistry-heavy online videos with Florence Pugh to a Chicken Shop Date video with Amelia Dimoldenberg, Garfield has been fully immersed in the promotional circuit. He even brought a cardboard cutout of Pugh to a recent … Read more