Resource Library
Featured Resources
While the Packback platform is one great way to bring curiosity, critical thinking, and interaction into a classroom, it is just the beginning. We are excited to share downloadable eBooks and guides that provide resources to help instructors create a motivating and curiosity-driven environment in any size class.
Certification Course
Certification in Inquiry-Based Discussion with Packback
In this certification course, presented by Packback’s Chief Product Officer, Jessica Tenuta, you will learn about Inquiry-Based Learning and how these principles are applied in Packback’s platform and methodology to drive rigorous discussion, increase student motivation, and inspire genuine curiosity.
By the end of this course, you will also be a master of the Packback platform and how to set up your discussion for success and how to reinforce inquiry learning throughout your course.
White Paper
Impact of Online Discussion Platform and Pedagogy on Student Outcomes
This study explores the impact of the use of Packback on grade outcomes, student engagement, and discussion quality. 10 institutions participated in an IRB-approved comparative study of the use of Packback versus the Learning Management System discussion. Students in the Packback treatment group were more engaged, wrote longer posts, cited sources more often, and earned more A’s and fewer F’s than students in the control group.
Guide
The Anti-Racist Discussion Pedagogy Guide
This guide provides a starting resource for instructors who want to adopt an Anti-Racist discussion pedagogy in their own classroom, regardless of discipline or course subject matter.
The intention of this guide is to balance theory with practical tools for easing the transition to an anti-racist teaching style. This guide was produced in partnership with three exceptional educators who employ anti-racist teaching methods in their own classrooms across disciplines.
Report
Instructor Sentiment Report 2020 and 2021
Packback surveyed our network of over 5,000 instructors nationwide to ask about their experiences teaching during COVID and into 2021.
This report details the findings of this survey and explores what has remained consistent for faculty and their students – the importance of community and accessibility in and out of the classroom.
Instructor resources
We’re excited to partner with you to awaken the fearless, relentless curiosity in your students. Below you’ll find a collection of resources to help guide you, no matter where you are in the term.
Packback’s Support Center
Packback’s Support Center has guides to help you with every situation you or your students may run into on Packback! From tech support to tips and tricks, search the Packback Support Center to find answers.
Get Started on Packback
Getting set up on Packback is quick and easy. Seamlessly add Packback to your course and set your students up for success with just a few simple steps – we’ll show you how.
How to Integrate Packback into your Course
We’ve collected feedback from hundreds of past instructors to assemble a guide to help you successfully integrate the Packback platform into your course. Our step-by-step guide will teach you how to set up an effective grading structure, engage with your discussion, and reinforce curiosity in your subject matter.
How to Guides for Packback’s Features and Tools
Packback has implemented a variety of tools and features designed to help students engage with course material and build key skills, as well as make grading easier for instructors. Review key features, learn how to use them effectively, and get engagement ideas for using them in your course.
Resources for Students
Community Guidelines
Curiosity Scoring System
Subscribe to the Lifelong Learner Digest
Curious about the future of higher education? Stay up to date with Packback’s Lifelong Learner Digest.