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3rd Annual University Learning and Teaching Showcase
May 2, 2012

Summary of Events

The Research Academy is pleased to offer this summary of events originating from the 3rd Annual University Learning and Teaching Showcase held on May 2, 2012. Each program and session from the day is listed below, along with related materials, resources, videos, articles, and presenter information. Please contact the Research Academy for more information on contributing to future events, sharing resource material, or submitting an article for consideration to be published in our bi-annual newsletter and on our MSU Blog or our Teaching and Learning Blog.

Opening Session - Inter-Disciplinary Praxis at Montclair State University

Dr. Cigdem Talgar, Acting Director of the Research Academy, opened the day with a short video highlighting the many ways in which inter-disciplinary practice happens at Montclair State University. The video, and the day's sessions, exhibits, and keynote speaker, emphasizes programs, collaborations, and courses that foster creativity and inter-disciplinary processes that contribute to a broader knowledge-base for students and faculty.

 

Inter-Disciplinary Praxis of Teaching and Learning from Research Academy (RAUL) on Vimeo.

May 2, 2012 - Keynote Session - How to do Interdisciplinary Studies: Moving from Sound Philosophy to Practice
Rhonda Roland Shearer
editor-in-chief, publisher, iMediaEthics.org, adjunct lecturer, School of Journalism and Mass Communication, University of Iowa, presented the keynote address. Her talk provided a historical backdrop, and discussed the methods applied for interdisciplinary research since 1997 at Art Science Research Laboratory, the New York City based not-for profit she and her late husband, Harvard professor, Stephen Jay Gould developed for the practice of cross-disciplinary studies.
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Physics & Art Photo Contest and Exhibition
This program is made possible by generous support from the Dean's Office, College of Science and Mathematical Science, Arts & Cultural Programming, the Research Academy for University Learning, and the dedicated supervision and organization of Dr. Ashwin Vaidya, Assistant Professor, Department of Mathematical Sciences. Please click here to view the photos submitted for this year's event, on display at the Showcase: http://www.montclair.edu/academy/programs/physicsandartphotos2012.html Congratulations to winners Ashley La Rose, Hema Rampersad, Elizabeth Flores, and Carina Alvarez. To view all the entries for the contest, please visit: http://www.montclair.edu/academy/programs/physicsandartphotos2012.html

A special thank you to:

Office of Arts & Cultural Programming;
the Emerging Learning Design conference team;
The Center for Advising & Student Transitions;
and the Creative Research Center
for their individual and unique contributions to the day.

 

To review our archived material from past Showcase events, please visit: http://www.montclair.edu/academy/programs/showcaseresources2011.html

A Collaborative Approach to Online Course Design Carolyn Demefack, Joseph Oluwole & Kristin Curry. PDF Online Collaborative Presentation Handout
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Crossing University Silos: Leadership Development at Montclair State UniversityValerie Sessa & Krystal Woolston
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Solidarity Forever Lisa DeLorenzo & Virginia Bartges Give Feedback
Statistics: Moving Beyond Plug & Chug Kate Nooner Give Feedback
Using Semantic Mediawiki to Power Constructive Learning and Collaboration among StudentsKirk McDermind Powerpoint of Presentation
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Contemplative Practices in the College Writing ClassroomAnn Evans Handout from Presentation
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Adjusting to Teaching OnlineChristine Magee & Ting Ho
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International Service-Learning: Lessons Learned from Vicos, PeruKenneth Brook, Katherine Milsop & Gosia Smerdel
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How I Picture It: Teaching Mythology with Visual AidsJoanna MadlochPresentation Powerpoint
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Get the Math: The Use of MultiMedia and Real World Applications in the Study of AlgebraDeborah Ives Give Feedback
Writing and Experiential Education: Practical Activities to Enrich LearningLeslie Rapparlie Give Feedback
Yoga Practices for Renewal and ReflectionSusan Hagen & Jhon Velasco Give Feedback
Research-Based Online Teaching Strategies & Best PracticesYanling Sun, Carolyn Demefack & Jinxia He
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Innovative Experiential Education & Community EngagementUEEC & Lenore Molee Give Feedback
Creativity in CollaborationMark Kay Give Feedback
Math in Action: Best Practices in Incorporating Math in the Biochemistry CurriculumNina Goodey Give Feedback
Socrative: A Unique Classroom Response SystemSusan Hussein PDF Handout
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Mindful Teaching for Excellence and EquanimityDavid Lee Keiser Powerpoint of Presentation
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Considerations About Engaged Learning in Arts-Based Online ContextsBrian Abrams Give Feedback
Envision the Possibilities: Innovations in Service-Learning and Community Engagement (2 parts)Bryan Murdock, Soyoung Lee, Christine Lemesianou & Deborah Ragin Give Feedback
Embodying Folk Dances from Around the WorldElizabeth McPherson Give Feedback
"I Can't Get No Motivation" Use of Motivational Interviewing to Improve Academic PerformanceMilton Fuentes & Jeffrey Saravia Give Feedback
Engaging Students: Lessons from Public HealthLisa Lieberman & Stephanie Silvera Give Feedback
Best Practices for Working With Veterans in the ClassroomDenise Rodak & Justin Jacobs
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Who Pays for Public Schools? A School Finance Simulation for Prospective TeachersDoug LarkinSchool Finance Simulation PDF
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School Funding XLSX spreadsheet

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