Teaching Is About Engaging Students

Batten Associate Professor Alex Bick took part in UVA's Center for Teaching Excellence Course Design Institute. Bick and fellow participant Alicia Frantz share some of their highlights from this program on learning-focused course design.

Batten Associate Professor Alex Bick took part in UVA’s Center for Teaching Excellence Course Design Institute.  Bick and fellow participant Alicia Frantz share some of their highlights from this program on learning-focused course design.

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