Beyond the Ratings: What Great Teaching Really Looks Like

In this solo episode, Dr. Pat Sanders explores the balance between teaching excellence, equity, and student accountability.

She discusses why meaningful learning requires thoughtful preparation, clear expectations, and shared responsibility, while challenging the notion that effective teaching should not be measured solely by student evaluations. Contact Dr.

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