Higher education faculty are not held to the same standard of pedagogical preparation as primary and secondary teachers. This perspectives essay points out the difference in pedagogical preparations between higher education faculty and high school teachers. The essay highlights research indicating the importance of pedagogical training, offers suggestions on how to improve higher education teaching practices, and lists valuable teaching and assessment resources. Lastly, the essay encourages higher education faculty to seek pedagogical training and expend the necessary effort to become more effective instructors. (Contains 3 tables.)