EXAMPLE SCHOOLS
Alma College | Academic Catalog
Albion College | Programs of Study
ENGAGED LEARNING
One intention behind the four-credit initiative is to increase the implementation of engaged learning practices across the curriculum. The following are some resources on engaged learning and engaged learning course design.
https://teaching.utk.edu/teaching-resources/active-learning/
https://teaching.cornell.edu/teaching-resources/active-collaborative-learning/active-learning
https://teaching.berkeley.edu/active-learning-designs
https://cetr.northeastern.edu/course-syllabus-design-for-community-engaged-courses/
MINI-GRANTS
We are fortunate to have some resources available to us through the EngageKY Grant to support faculty interested in redesigning courses to emphasize active and engaged learning. Twenty mini-grants of $500 each are available to be allocated by June 1. Those interested should fill out the brief application and submit them to the Provost’s Office by May 23rd.
Faculty Mini-Grant Application: Course Redesign for Community Engagement
Submission Completed applications should be submitted to the Provost’s Office.
Instructions: Faculty members interested in applying for a $500 mini-grant to redesign a course with a community engagement and/or active learning focus should complete this form and submit it by May 23, 2025. Grants will be awarded based on the strength of the proposal, potential community impact, and alignment with institutional goals.
Applicant Information
- Name:
- Title/Position:
- Department:
- Email:
Course Information
- Course Title:
- Course Code:
Proposal Details
- Brief Description of the Course: (Provide a summary of the course, including its current structure and objectives.)
- Proposed Redesign for Community Engagement: (Describe how you plan to integrate community engagement into the course.)
- Community Partners: (If your course will be a partnership, please identify any organizations, institutions, or community groups you plan to collaborate with.)
FAQs
Will this increase the number of students I teach?
The total number of students should not increase, though the number of students per course should see some increase. Students will be compressed into three courses rather than spread out over four courses in the typical teaching load.
Will this negatively affect course transferability?
It should not. Currently KWC accepts transfer from four-credit colleges. The course equivalency remains the same, and the full four credits are transferred in. Transferring out works similarly. The course equivalency is accepted regardless of whether the course is three or four credits.
Will this increase the credit size of majors?
Hopefully not. Majors should be overhauled using prepared guidelines. We are, in fact, hoping that most majors will be able to reduce total credit requirements.
How will this affect faculty course loads?
Course loads will typically be reduced from four to three classes per term.
How will this affect student course loads?
Course loads for students will typically be reduced from five to four courses.