Thomas J. Tobin
Thomas J. Tobin is a founding member of the Center for Teaching, Learning, and Mentoring at the University of Wisconsin at Madison, as well as an internationally recognized speaker and author on quality in technology-enhanced education. His latest book is Going Alt-Ac: A Guide to Alternative Academic Careers, written with Katie Linder and Kevin Kelly, from Stylus Publishing. You can find him on Twitter @ThomasJTobin and at his website, Thomasjtobin.com.
Stories by this Author
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Advice
Academe Has a Lot to Learn About How Inclusive Teaching Affects Instructors
Advocates ask teachers to cede authority to students. But what if you are a faculty member of color or an adjunct without much acknowledged authority to share? -
Advice
How to Make the Most of an Academic Conference
Advice on navigating professional meetings in all formats — in person, virtual, and hybrid. -
Advice
How to Make the Most of a Virtual Conference
Seven tips from a seasoned practitioner on how to select and get value out of your next online academic conference. -
The Review
Now Is Not the Time to Assess Online Learning
Good online teaching requires training, prep, and support. The current crisis provides none of that.