Monthly Newsletter - July Edition

Dear InteDashboard Customer,

We have put together exciting product updates and upcoming events for you. Keep reading to learn more!

Product Updates

1. Attendance Marker: Teachers and team reporters now have the ability to mark students as absent or present for team-based activities.

2. Support for Grade Passback in LTI v1.3*: Grade Passback functionality will be available in LTI v1.3.

3. Roster Sync Capability*: Teachers will soon have the ability to synchronize the roster between the LMS (Canvas, Brightspace) and InteDashboard. This feature requires LTI v1.3.

*These features are currently in the Beta phase. If you're interested in beta testing these features, please reach out to support@intedashboard.com for assistance.

Upcoming Events

1. InteDashboard Customer Group Onboarding

Australia and Asia

Date: July 11, 4.30pm - 6pm PDT

July 12, 7.30am - 9am SGT

July 12, 9.30am - 11am AEST

North America and Europe

Date: July 12, 9am - 10.30am EDT

Join us for a virtual onboarding session to ensure a smooth integration of InteDashboard into your TBL classes as you prepare for the upcoming semester. 

2. Oversize Load - Using Cognitive Load Theory to Curate the Readiness Process 

Date: July 18, 7pm - 9pm EDT

Join Zachary Noel, Assistant Professor at the University of Maryland School of Pharmacy, where he will walk you through practical ways to curate the readiness process through the lens of cognitive load theory. Attendees will learn about the basic tenets of cognitive load theory, how it can inform the design of pre-class materials, and practical ways to exchange unnecessary cognitive load with productive cognitive load. 

3. Mastering Peer Evaluation in Team-based Learning with Effective Rubrics

Date: July 25, 7pm - 8.30pm EDT

Join us for an informative session with Dr. Sandy Cook, Emeritus Professor, TBLC Consultant and TBLC-APC Committee Chairperson, to learn about the benefits of using rubrics in peer evaluation activities, common types of rubrics and uses, and how to develop them to create effective feedback loops. 

Check out other upcoming events here!

Featured Content

Writing Effective Multiple Choice Questions for Readiness Assurance Process in Team-based Learning

Discover how you can write effective Multiple-Choice Questions for the Readiness Assurance Process in Team-based Learning. Learn the essential rules and techniques to create impactful MCQs that engage teams, encourage collaboration, and promote deeper understanding.

Success Story with TBL

Rakesh Calton

Professor and Assistant Chair, Department of Clinical Foundations, Ross University School of Medicine

Recognizing the immense potential of TBL, Rakesh Calton, from Ross University School of Medicine, embraced its principles and witnessed a profound impact on his students. TBL facilitated active engagement, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, empowering his students to excel academically. The collaborative tasks inherent in TBL promoted peer learning and a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Rakesh’s students thrived in this environment, and their growth became a testament to the effectiveness of TBL.

Integrating InteDashboard into Rakesh's teaching practices has brought notable improvements. It allows him to effortlessly assign resources, track team progress, and provide timely feedback to students. The platform's real-time data analytics enable Rakesh to assess individual and team performance and deliver immediate feedback during TBL sessions. 

Rakesh's professional development journey as a medical educator focuses on continuous growth. Attending workshops, conferences, and seminars on innovative methodologies, including TBL, has been crucial to his development. He holds a Fellowship in TBL from Duke-NUS and is currently in the process of completing the TBLC practitioner certification program, further enriching his instructional techniques for fostering student engagement. Furthermore, Rakesh actively conducts educational research, collaborating with colleagues and seeking feedback to refine his approaches. 

As we celebrate Rakesh’s progress in his professional development journey, we hope his story resonates with educators around the world. May it inspire them to take that next step in improving the learning experiences of their students and themselves. By embracing innovative methodologies, fostering collaboration, and prioritizing growth, educators can make a profound difference in the lives of their students, just as Rakesh has done.

Student testimonials from Rakesh's classes:

"Dr. Calton is the absolute best. I have a newfound love for cardiology because of his
lessons. I have never been as excited to attend a lecture as I have with his, knowing that
I will leave the session informed and equipped rather than confused."

"Very interesting and engaging TBL, highly applicable to what we are currently studying
and helps to connect all the pieces from Sem2 and Sem4."

"This has been my favourite TBL thus far at RUSM. The content was delivered in a very
organized way and the pairing with the TBL activities was seamless."

If you have such stories that you would like to share with us, please click here.