Events

The Science Education Collaboratory is pleased to announce its spring 2023 Food for Thought discussions, which are a mix of curriculum and pedagogical approaches. Registration is now open for all discussions in the series.

Thursday, January 12, 2023, 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Student Disability Resources

An overview of the spectrum of disabilities the Student Disabilities Resources sees and resources to help faculty implement accommodations

Presenters: Krista Biesinger and Fran Zola, Student Disabilities Resources

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Thursday, January 26, 2023, 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Accessibility at Penn State

An overview of the IT Accessibility Team and the tools and resources available to all Penn State faculty and staff.

Presenter: Philip Voorhees, IT Accessibility Team

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CHEM 111 Freshman Research Initiative Redesign

A snapshot of the redesign of CHEM 111 FRI and outcomes from fall 2022, the first semester it was offered.

Presenter: Angela Bischof, Department of Chemistry

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Math 140B/141B Hybrid Version and Course Delivery Outcomes

Discuss goals of curriculum development and course delivery of the hybrid version of Math 140B/141B. Highlight outcomes of the self-guided activities available to the students.

Presenters: Russ deForest and Michael Steward, Department of Mathematics

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Thursday, March 23, 2023, 12:00 – 1:00 pm

Graphic Syllabus Design and Liquid Syllabus Design Workshop/Discussion

What are the elements of a graphic syllabus and a liquid syllabus? How can syllabi be used as instruments for equity and belonging?

Presenters: Melissa Hicks, Carly Dreibelbis, Charles Lavera, and Sey Yeaple, Office of Digital Learning

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Assessment Panel Part 1

Panelists will discuss the various assessment methods, such as Spec Grading, Immediate Feedback Assessment Technique, and using GradeScope.

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Assessment Panel Part 2

Panelists will discuss the outcomes of the various assessment techniques used, lessons learned, and ideas for incorporating techniques in other courses.

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Please feel free to direct questions about our Food for Thought discussions to Lynne O'Cain at lmo11@psu.edu.