Since 1957 the idea of artificial intelligence (AI) has moved from myth to reality, and as we progress into the future, AI will increase its stronghold in our society. While the advances of this technology are exciting to some, others are fearful. A recent study found that nearly 69% of college graduates believe AI could…
Emotion and cognition are inextricably linked – how we feel and connect with others impacts both what we learn and how we retain that learning. When we engage in online learning we are not just presenting information and knowledge or teaching a skill, we are engaged with emotional, compassionate, complex people. We can find ways…
A recap and discussion of the book by Glenn Whitman and Ian Kelleher There’s a new category of literature regarding teaching & learning, it’s called Mind/Brain/Education or MBE. The book “Neuroteach: Brain Science and the Future of Education” describes this new evidence-informed genre. The book also discusses effective and not-so-effective teaching methods that leverage…
Podcast Insights report that there are over 2,000,000 podcasts, with over 116,000,000 listeners alone in the last month. With the podcasting trend on a steady rise, how can we use this medium for learning and connecting with our students? In this session we will: Discuss use-case scenarios for using podcasts in the classroom Describe…
This hour is reserved for YOU and your questions. Any topics related to teaching and learning and/or teaching with technology, we’re here to support and assist you. During this session, the Instructional Design Team will host informal Office Hours. The Zoom session will have 3 breakout rooms, and you can come and go throughout…
Multiple surveys of students, faculty, and administrators have all shown that the pandemic is producing fundamental changes in teaching and learning across all higher education. All groups report more optimistic views of online and hybrid learning, as well as a greater desire for technology integration in all courses. Resistance to the use of digital materials…
Lectures rarely provide optimal learning environments that secure effective, sustained learning outcomes. Online learning requires classrooms designed to engage learners and build a sense of ownership of their knowledge. As we explore the future of learning in higher education post-pandemic, what do we need to know about student engagement? How do we design our classes…
This fall, the Pumerantz Library upgraded from Plumb’s Veterinary Drugs to Plumb’s Pro, which provides resources beyond basic drug information. In this workshop, participants will learn about the basic features and upgrades now available. Veterinarians and pet owners are encouraged to attend! After this workshop, participants will be able to: Describe the features available…
This hour is reserved for YOU and your questions. Any topics related to teaching and learning and/or teaching with technology, we’re here to support and assist you. During this session, the Instructional Design Team will host informal Office Hours. The Zoom session will have 3 breakout rooms, and you can come and go throughout…
Are you interested in active, engaging learning? What about hyper-engaging learning? Do you want to know how to foster critical and creative thinking as well as collaboration and technology integration? Do you focus too much on the risks and not enough on the opportunities? Do you want to be inspired by other innovative educators and…