adventures in teaching and learning
I’m having a blast with my research methods students as we explore the basics of the scientific inquiry process. Here, in small groups, they’re grappling with the “hypothesis generation — collect data — revise hypothesis — collect more data” process Continue reading Fun with Research Methods!
My goals for this coming term are to: 1) explicitly state, use, and communicate learning objectives to guide each lesson; 2) collect and use comprehension checks at the end of each lesson; 3) collect and use mid-course feedback; 4) develop more Continue reading Goals for Term 2
2009 is rapidly approaching completion… and I must say I’m quite ok with that! A year ago I didn’t have a dissertation written, was headed to an ill-timed teaching conference (NITOP, in Florida), and was anxiously preparing to interview for the Continue reading Happy New Year!
I am touched by the responses I’ve received (from both present and former students) to my last post, which described my challenges with teaching about an unfamiliar topic. Your kind words have touched my heart. My intent in posting that reflection was to Continue reading Gratitude
Teaching is a roller coaster. Things can be going well, then all of a sudden the world is spinning past and it feels like death is imminent. Well, today I kind of wished for that. I’m teaching intro psychology for Continue reading Humility