iLearn is a repository of information and resources for UNMC Faculty and Leaders. iLearn was updated in August 2025. To access content from before the update, please email Faculty Development at facdev@unmc.edu, the Interprofessional Academy of Educators at iae@unmc.edu, or Academic Affairs at academicaffairs@unmc.edu.
Latest Posts
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Speaking Your CFOs Language
Speaking your CFO’s Language For an idea to come to fruition, you must do something completely foreign to many faculty—speak like the business gurus. Turn “no” into “yes” for your next “big ask” to your CFO, Dean, or philanthropic foundation.
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Legal Implications of Teaching
Like a true-crime documentary, academia style. From copyright confusion to classroom conduct, the legal landscape of higher education can be tricky to navigate. A panel of experts will break down common legal issues faculty may encounter in teaching—and how to handle them with confidence.
/19
Leading Engaging Meetings
Don’t count your meetings. Make your meetings count. Tired of meetings that could’ve been emails?Learn simple, effective strategies to lead meetings that are focused, relevant, and energizing. Boost your skill in setting meaningful agendas, fostering real engagement, and transforming meetings into powerful tools for progress.
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Interprofessional Education (IPE) for Today
Your work in the larger healthcare ecosystem. Are patients experiencing your work as one piece disjointed from the whole? IPE activities aim to promote collaborative practice across all of healthcare. Gather ideas, resources, and collaborations to not reinvent the wheel and to boost the relevancy of your interprofessional education activities today. Compiled Resources relating to […]
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Promotion & Tenure Planner
Use this guide to activate and make progress toward your promotion journey. The guidebook is based on the most up-to-date P&T Requirements for the College of Medicine, though could be applied broadly to other Colleges. Always know the full details of your specific College/Department’s promotion requirements and processes. Watch a recording of the latest Faculty […]
/19
Empowering Educators: Accessibility & AI Tech Bootcamp
Get the most out of the tech at your fingertips Leverage new tools, ensure ADA Title II Compliance, and get the support you need.
/19
Faculty Retirement Guide
A diverse array of current and retired faculty shared perspectives at a retirement-focused panel on April 18, 2024.
/19
Struggling with Test Item Writing?
Test item writing is not easy for experts, so if you’re struggling, you are not alone. In this 50-minute session, you’ll learn how to write a good test question and how to examine the results to see if your question performed as planned. There is also a short discussion at the end where you’ll learn answers […]
/19
Beyond Active Learning
Teaching to Foster Meaningful Student Engagement The importance of student engagement is clear. Engaged students show more persistence, effort, initiative and cognitive processing skills, which result in increased learning and satisfaction. Simply put, students learn best when actively and meaningfully engaged in the learning experience. Yet, despite the clear benefits, many students struggle to stay […]
/19
Teaching Technology Mash-Ups
The Interprofessional Academy of Educators explores how to mash-up your teaching with a sprinkle of technology tools to create authentic, interactive, and engaging experiences no matter where you teach. The Teaching Technology Mash-Ups was a three part session: Part 1: 15 Tech Tools to Use in Courses In this hour-long session, Dr. Analisa McMillan provides […]
/19
Assessment
Assessment is a key part of students’ learning experiences and ensuring they’ve retained the information you’ve taught them. However, determining the right assessment for your content can be daunting. In this 15-minute session by Dr. Sarah McBrien, you’ll learn the ins and outs of assessment, including how to know which type of assessment to use and options for […]
/19
HELP! Series: Teaching Online
One major takeaway from the COVID-19 crisis is that remote teaching is increasingly, and vitally, important. Educators should be ready at the helm to teach from a distance. Embracing the opportunity to improve will only help your students succeed. If you feel like you need help developing your skills, you aren’t alone. It has been difficult […]
/19
Constructive Collaboration: Using Student Feedback and Peer Coaching to Improve Teaching
The rapid changes and advancements of today’s world continue to present new challenges in education. Success in 2020 is achieved, in part, by being skilled at adapting and evolving based on the demands of society. Health science education and academic medical centers are not exempt from this reality. Educators must continue to create processes that […]
/19
Making Time for Active Learning
Active learning is the hallmark of quality education and sustained learning in modern higher education. The science of learning, diverse learning environments, and teaching technology have opened pathways for educators questing to advance beyond modes of passive learning, like lectures. Likewise, accrediting bodies are well-versed in the solid evidence base supporting the use of active […]
/19
Putting Learners in the Driver's Seat
Discover how personalized learning steers students and trainees to greater competency Students and trainees engage with content in different ways and master certain skills at different times and places — and faculty who adapt their educational techniques to this self-paced, fluid style of learning see increased engagement and improved competency.Watch this session to discover how faculty […]
/19
Getting the Most Out of Your Multiple-Choice Questions
Grading high-stakes exams is easy … but building them is an entirely different story Effective multiple-choice questions ask students to do more than memorize facts and details — they engage students at a higher-level of thinking. But while administering and grading high-stakes exams are easy, building them is hard.Watch this engaging session focused on providing you […]
/19
Becoming a Better Mentor
You may have found yourself in a mentorship position, providing advice and guidance for professionals looking to grow. However, regardless of your proficiency in mentoring, there will always be room for you to improve your skills. Even the best mentors seek to learn optimal practices, incorporate effective techniques, and attain a greater understanding of the mentor/mentee relationship […]
/19
Recognizing Student Problems
Become a faculty “first responder” to student issues. Students may be struggling academically, psychologically, or emotionally, and as a role model to many students, you are in a valuable position to help out. Being a student is a balancing act, juggling preparation, study skills, learning styles, and employment. Sometimes, it can just be too much. This […]
/19
Mentoring Matters: The Key to Being a Successful Mentor
You don’t need to have experience in mentoring to be a great mentor.Being a mentor is a rewarding experience that allows you to pass along your knowledge and experience to help others. It is your personal characteristics and experience that will help you guide your mentee toward reaching their goals. There’s no need to worry […]
Teaching & Learning Content
/13
Legal Implications of Teaching
Like a true-crime documentary, academia style. From copyright confusion to classroom conduct, the legal landscape of higher education can be tricky to navigate. A panel of experts will break down common legal issues faculty may encounter in teaching—and how to handle them with confidence.
/13
Interprofessional Education (IPE) for Today
Your work in the larger healthcare ecosystem. Are patients experiencing your work as one piece disjointed from the whole? IPE activities aim to promote collaborative practice across all of healthcare. Gather ideas, resources, and collaborations to not reinvent the wheel and to boost the relevancy of your interprofessional education activities today. Compiled Resources relating to […]
/13
Empowering Educators: Accessibility & AI Tech Bootcamp
Get the most out of the tech at your fingertips Leverage new tools, ensure ADA Title II Compliance, and get the support you need.
/13
Struggling with Test Item Writing?
Test item writing is not easy for experts, so if you’re struggling, you are not alone. In this 50-minute session, you’ll learn how to write a good test question and how to examine the results to see if your question performed as planned. There is also a short discussion at the end where you’ll learn answers […]
/13
Beyond Active Learning
Teaching to Foster Meaningful Student Engagement The importance of student engagement is clear. Engaged students show more persistence, effort, initiative and cognitive processing skills, which result in increased learning and satisfaction. Simply put, students learn best when actively and meaningfully engaged in the learning experience. Yet, despite the clear benefits, many students struggle to stay […]
/13
Teaching Technology Mash-Ups
The Interprofessional Academy of Educators explores how to mash-up your teaching with a sprinkle of technology tools to create authentic, interactive, and engaging experiences no matter where you teach. The Teaching Technology Mash-Ups was a three part session: Part 1: 15 Tech Tools to Use in Courses In this hour-long session, Dr. Analisa McMillan provides […]
/13
Assessment
Assessment is a key part of students’ learning experiences and ensuring they’ve retained the information you’ve taught them. However, determining the right assessment for your content can be daunting. In this 15-minute session by Dr. Sarah McBrien, you’ll learn the ins and outs of assessment, including how to know which type of assessment to use and options for […]
/13
HELP! Series: Teaching Online
One major takeaway from the COVID-19 crisis is that remote teaching is increasingly, and vitally, important. Educators should be ready at the helm to teach from a distance. Embracing the opportunity to improve will only help your students succeed. If you feel like you need help developing your skills, you aren’t alone. It has been difficult […]
/13
Constructive Collaboration: Using Student Feedback and Peer Coaching to Improve Teaching
The rapid changes and advancements of today’s world continue to present new challenges in education. Success in 2020 is achieved, in part, by being skilled at adapting and evolving based on the demands of society. Health science education and academic medical centers are not exempt from this reality. Educators must continue to create processes that […]
/13
Making Time for Active Learning
Active learning is the hallmark of quality education and sustained learning in modern higher education. The science of learning, diverse learning environments, and teaching technology have opened pathways for educators questing to advance beyond modes of passive learning, like lectures. Likewise, accrediting bodies are well-versed in the solid evidence base supporting the use of active […]
/13
Putting Learners in the Driver's Seat
Discover how personalized learning steers students and trainees to greater competency Students and trainees engage with content in different ways and master certain skills at different times and places — and faculty who adapt their educational techniques to this self-paced, fluid style of learning see increased engagement and improved competency.Watch this session to discover how faculty […]
/13
Getting the Most Out of Your Multiple-Choice Questions
Grading high-stakes exams is easy … but building them is an entirely different story Effective multiple-choice questions ask students to do more than memorize facts and details — they engage students at a higher-level of thinking. But while administering and grading high-stakes exams are easy, building them is hard.Watch this engaging session focused on providing you […]
/13
Recognizing Student Problems
Become a faculty “first responder” to student issues. Students may be struggling academically, psychologically, or emotionally, and as a role model to many students, you are in a valuable position to help out. Being a student is a balancing act, juggling preparation, study skills, learning styles, and employment. Sometimes, it can just be too much. This […]
Career Advancement Content
/12
Speaking Your CFOs Language
Speaking your CFO’s Language For an idea to come to fruition, you must do something completely foreign to many faculty—speak like the business gurus. Turn “no” into “yes” for your next “big ask” to your CFO, Dean, or philanthropic foundation.
/12
Legal Implications of Teaching
Like a true-crime documentary, academia style. From copyright confusion to classroom conduct, the legal landscape of higher education can be tricky to navigate. A panel of experts will break down common legal issues faculty may encounter in teaching—and how to handle them with confidence.
/12
Leading Engaging Meetings
Don’t count your meetings. Make your meetings count. Tired of meetings that could’ve been emails?Learn simple, effective strategies to lead meetings that are focused, relevant, and energizing. Boost your skill in setting meaningful agendas, fostering real engagement, and transforming meetings into powerful tools for progress.
/12
Promotion & Tenure Planner
Use this guide to activate and make progress toward your promotion journey. The guidebook is based on the most up-to-date P&T Requirements for the College of Medicine, though could be applied broadly to other Colleges. Always know the full details of your specific College/Department’s promotion requirements and processes. Watch a recording of the latest Faculty […]
/12
Empowering Educators: Accessibility & AI Tech Bootcamp
Get the most out of the tech at your fingertips Leverage new tools, ensure ADA Title II Compliance, and get the support you need.
/12
Faculty Retirement Guide
A diverse array of current and retired faculty shared perspectives at a retirement-focused panel on April 18, 2024.
/12
Struggling with Test Item Writing?
Test item writing is not easy for experts, so if you’re struggling, you are not alone. In this 50-minute session, you’ll learn how to write a good test question and how to examine the results to see if your question performed as planned. There is also a short discussion at the end where you’ll learn answers […]
/12
Constructive Collaboration: Using Student Feedback and Peer Coaching to Improve Teaching
The rapid changes and advancements of today’s world continue to present new challenges in education. Success in 2020 is achieved, in part, by being skilled at adapting and evolving based on the demands of society. Health science education and academic medical centers are not exempt from this reality. Educators must continue to create processes that […]
/12
Making Time for Active Learning
Active learning is the hallmark of quality education and sustained learning in modern higher education. The science of learning, diverse learning environments, and teaching technology have opened pathways for educators questing to advance beyond modes of passive learning, like lectures. Likewise, accrediting bodies are well-versed in the solid evidence base supporting the use of active […]
/12
Getting the Most Out of Your Multiple-Choice Questions
Grading high-stakes exams is easy … but building them is an entirely different story Effective multiple-choice questions ask students to do more than memorize facts and details — they engage students at a higher-level of thinking. But while administering and grading high-stakes exams are easy, building them is hard.Watch this engaging session focused on providing you […]
/12
Becoming a Better Mentor
You may have found yourself in a mentorship position, providing advice and guidance for professionals looking to grow. However, regardless of your proficiency in mentoring, there will always be room for you to improve your skills. Even the best mentors seek to learn optimal practices, incorporate effective techniques, and attain a greater understanding of the mentor/mentee relationship […]
/12
Mentoring Matters: The Key to Being a Successful Mentor
You don’t need to have experience in mentoring to be a great mentor.Being a mentor is a rewarding experience that allows you to pass along your knowledge and experience to help others. It is your personal characteristics and experience that will help you guide your mentee toward reaching their goals. There’s no need to worry […]