Posts Tagged Cici Salazar

Background picture of a graduating student receiving their degree cape. In the top left corner is a large white starting quotation mark. Below is the text "Higher education can become a powerful tool for equity and transformation, preparing students to lead and innovate in an increasingly complex world." below it says "Cici Salazar". In the top right corner, a pale teal box with white text says "Signature Work"
May 2, 2025

How Inclusive Signature Work Impacts Students

by Cici Salazar

In higher education, students are meant to turn what they learn into skills for their future careers. Signature work allows students to integrate their knowledge into solving real-world problems, according to the literature on this topic. Authors Elizabeth Jach and…

Yellow background with an illuminated lightbulb on the right side of the page. On the left side of the page a navy quote says, "As signature work is developed, its defining characteristics became clear: signature work emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, critical thinking, and applied problem-solving." The authors name "Cici Salazar" sits below this quote. The Elon Center for Engaged Learning logo sits in the bottom righthand corner.
April 25, 2025

History of Signature Work  

by Cici Salazar

Previous posts in this series have introduced “signature work” and explored the variety of engaged learning activities that could be classified as signature work. In this post, I look at the history of signature work and reflect on its impact…