Professional insight from Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

Since 1995, Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE) has distinguished itself as an inclusive distance-learning institution. It is widely recognised for its innovative educational model and its seamless integration of information and communication technologies (ICT) into the teaching and learning process

Universidad del Caribe

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How to show students’ learning beyond grades: a five-step process

Teaching success should not rely solely on pass rates or student satisfaction. Here’s how to gather evidence that students understand, apply and transfer what they learned

Anabel Campaña

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

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Five ways to turn students from spectators into collaborators

Practical tips for transforming traditional assignments, research projects and graduate theses into opportunities to connect students with real-world stakeholders

Rafael Núñez

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

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How to be present in teaching, even when you’re not physically there

Asynchronous course design has to work for the student logging in alone at 11pm, or it doesn’t work at all. Here’s how to design to make your presence felt, even in absence

Lucy S. Méndez Santiago

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

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Teacher-directed instruction is dead – long live the future of education

Rather than react with fear to GenAI and attempt to ban it, let’s rethink traditional pedagogy instead, for more meaningful learning

Enrique Darwin Caraballo

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

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How LinkedIn helped me create research collaborations

LinkedIn can help researchers build international collaborations, but only when it is treated as a professional community, not just a digital CV. Follow these tips to grow your profile

Julian C. Pena-Bermudez

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

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Five steps to embed GenAI literacy for university librarians

The library can be the perfect place to promote GenAI literacy, not only for students but for academics too. These five steps can help

Liliana González

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

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How working with deaf students changed my teaching

Adjusting your teaching when you have a deaf student in your class can help everyone learn better – and help you find new ways to communicate effectively. Find out how

Anny Maria Rodriguez

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)

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Three ways for universities to collaborate with industry

Find advice on knowledge transfer and working with outside companies to help students gain experience, leverage existing research infrastructure and build solid partnerships

Julian C. Pena-Bermudez

Universidad del Caribe (UNICARIBE)