For Reading and Enrichment | Learning and Teaching Division

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On this page, we have compiled a variety of links to various sources of information - articles, videos, conferences and academic databases - divided by subject and dealing with the various aspects in the field of teaching and learning. Enter these links to dive into fascinating and enriching worlds of content.

Pedagogy

Ten Principles (and lots of advice) for effective teaching through recordings – (video) Prof. Motti Neiger, Communication Department at Bar-Ilan University
Tips for Correct Vocal Use in Online Lectures – (video) Ms. Sari Lotem, speech therapist, lecturer at Hadassah College and facilitator of workshops at the Teaching Advancement Center at Bar-Ilan University
"Zooming Correctly": Guidance for Zoom Teaching (video) – The teleprocessing unit at the University of Haifa with the actor Tomer Heldstein
How to Teach Remotely - (video) Dr. Michelle Stein Teer, Director of the Academy of Rhetorics and facilitator of workshops at the Teaching Advancement Center at Bar-Ilan University
Let's do it Better: Academic Teaching in Zoom – Dr. Yossi Ben-Zion, Physics Department at Bar-Ilan University. In this column, Dr. Ben-Zion offers a series of tips for lecturers and students regarding optimal remote teaching and learning.
Ideas for Zoom Teaching – (article) Dr. Eliyahu Stern, Department of Islamic and Jewish Studies at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. In his article, Dr. Stern shares insights from the remote teaching experience and offers tips for the correct use of this teaching tool.
Thinking Outside the Screen: The Hybrid Model for Remote Scientific Teaching – (article) Dr. Yael Kashtain, science teaching instructor at the Levinsky-Wingate Academic College

Technology

Zoom Workshop for Beginners - (presentation and training videos) Ms. Ruthie Salomon, WebAcademix. From a workshop by the Teaching Advancement Center, October 2020
Using a White Board with a Second Zoom Camera – (tutorial video) Dr. Dr. Yael Kashtain, Lev Academic Center
Screen Expansion when Using Zoom – (tutorial video) Dr. Menashe Piotrkowsky, Jerusalem College of Technology - Lev Academic Center
Zoom Introduces Three New Useful Features – (article) on the Geektime website
How to Split Participants into Work Groups in Breakout Rooms on Zoom – (tutorial video) Mr. Eyal Leifer, an entrepreneur in the field of education and society
How to Record a Zoom Lesson - (tutorial video) Prof. Motti Neiger, the Communication Department at Bar-Ilan University
Best Practices for Securing Your Virtual Classroom - A blog entry on the Zoom website about splitting into breakout rooms

Multiculturalism in Teaching

The Mystery of Black Screens: Multiculturalism in Remote Learning - (video) Ms. Irit Hovitz, psychotherapist and diversity and inclusion management consultant. Facilitator of workshops at the Teaching Advancement Center at Bar-Ilan University
Principles and Tips for Teaching in a Heterogeneous Class - a document by "Israeli Hope "
"When the news leak into the classroom": From a Safe Space to a Brave Space - Principles for Managing Discourse and Tips for Managing a Classroom in Times of Conflict - a document by "Israeli Hope"

Active Teaching

How to Implement Active Learning (article) - David Fondak, Fiana Jacobson, Deborah Toledano Keti, Shmaryahu Rosner, ORT Braude Academic College of Engineering
Understanding means Performing (article) - Yoram Harpaz
Project-based Learning in High Education: Advantages and Challenges, Technologies and Implementation Methods (article) - Raz Speizer, Kaye Academic College of Education

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Active Learning (videos, explanations and examples) - Centre for Teaching and Learning, Western University, Canada
Active Learning: Teaching Guide - Center for Teaching & Learning, Boston University
Prof. Sugata Mitra: Build a School in the Cloud (Ted Video) – An inspiring vision for Self-Organized Learning Environments (SOLE)
Project-Based Learning - Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching, Iowa State University

Presentation

PowerPoint for Beginners – (free course) Campus IL, the national initiative for digital learning
The Art of Presentation - (video) Ofir Tsuman Esq. Training and presentation specialist
How to Do a Presentation: 5 Steps to a Killer Opener - (video in English) How to "capture" the audience in the first five minutes of your presentation.
Presenting & Public Speaking Tips - How to improve skills & confidence – (video in English) Ten tips for an excellent presentation.

Free Photo Websites – Recommendations by Ms. Shirley Armland-Chen, a visual communication expert