ERIC Number: EJ1268442
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2020
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Multi-Institutional Survey of Faculty Experiences Teaching Capstones
Laye, Matthew J.; Boswell, Caroline; Gresham, Morgan; Smith-Sherwood, Dawn; Anderson, Olivia S.
College Teaching, v68 n4 p201-213 2020
Capstone experiences (CEs) are high-impact opportunities for students to integrate knowledge. While student perceptions of CEs are frequently evaluated, research lacks on faculty perceptions. Our multi-institutional survey identifies who teaches CEs, why, and what influences their design/delivery. Most participants were female, white/Caucasian, and taught a CE for eight-plus years. Respondents enjoyed and valued teaching CEs. Although they employed engaging pedagogies, participants' CE design lacked influence from external entities. Respondents noted lack of time and money dedicated to CE development. Overall, faculty find teaching CEs valuable, but resources to support CE development/teaching are insufficient and key stakeholders are underused.
Descriptors: School Surveys, College Faculty, Teaching Experience, Capstone Experiences, Teacher Attitudes, Course Descriptions, Teacher Motivation, Teaching Methods, Assignments, Recognition (Psychology), Educational Resources
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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