Excel @ Teaching Conference 2018
Engaging Diverse Learners
The University of Findlay
Winebrenner Theological Seminary
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Friday, March 23, 2018 @ Shafer Library, The University of Findlay3:00 – 4:00 Conference Workshop
Navigating the Intercultural Classroom presented by Eileen Rucki and Chris Sippel
This workshop speaks to the challenges and opportunities that an intercultural classroom presents and introduces ways to navigate those challenges while maximizing opportunities.
Saturday, March 24, 2018 @ Winebrenner Theological Seminary7:45 – 8:15 Registration/Check-in & Continental Breakfast
8:15 – 8:30 Conference Welcome
8:30 – 9:30 Networking Session
Abstracts (in order of presentation)
9:45 – 10:45 a.m. Track 1
Panel A: Introducing Cultural Competencies Jacob Burmeister
Teaching Chinese and American Students in Suzhou, China
Deborah Berlekamp
Introduction to Healthcare Disparities and Cultural Competence to P2 (Second Year) Pharmacy Students in One Hour
Panel B: Mentoring Students Beyond the Classroom Deborah George, Kerry Volansky, Jean Weaver
Progression of Professionalism with Diverse Learners
Bethany Henderson-Dean
Implementation of Undergraduate Research throughout the Curriculum
Panel C: Learning In and Outside of the Box Donald Elswick, Gwynne Rife
Teaching Inside the Box with BreakoutEDU
11:00 – Noon Track 2
Panel D: Hands-on-Learning in STEMSusan Carver, Spencer Martin, Saiida Bowie-Little, Josephine Serwaah
Engage in Hands-on Activities to Facilitate Review of STEM Concepts
Panel E: Reaching Learners Through StorytellingMegan Adams
Digital Storytelling in the Classroom: A Practical Approach
Bradley Shinn
The Use of Storytelling in Healthcare Education
Panel F: Embodied LearningMeredith Hawkins Pitt
Suit Up! Teaching Empathy Through the Use of Aging Simulation
Dana Emmert
Supporting student success with a hands-on approach in Biochemistry lecture
12:15 – 1:00 Panel Discussion and Lunch, Winebrenner TLB Auditorium
1:15 – 2:30 Track 3
Panel G: Incorporating Technology into Course Design Rebecca Quintus and Deborah George
Custom Information Portals: A Case Study
Nicole Williams
Engaged Learners in Online Courses: A Reflection on the Use of Best Practices
Chandra Sekar
Flipgrid - 21st Century Class Communication Technology
Panel H: Decentering the Classroom to Improve Content Knowledge Nicole Diederich
De-Centering the Global Literature Classroom: An Experiment in Experiential Learning and Developing Students’ Stewardship of their own Learning
Harley Ferris
More with Less: Solving Problems and Improving Communication with a One-Page Syllabus
Panel I: Meeting Students Where They Are (I)Judith Lanzendorfer
Going to Where Their Writing Is: Revision in English 107: College Writing II Tutorial
Allison Baer
ENGL 145: An Exploration of UF Textbooks
Courtney Bates
Beyond Cops and Robbers Thru the Arch: Tools for Avoiding Plagiarism in Your Classroom and Patience for When It Happens
Panel J: Meeting Students Where They Are (II) Susan Carver
Cleveland State University's Operation STEM Program
Elizabeth Buchanan
Diversity and the Teaching of Business Law
2:30 – 2:45 Closing Reception and Door Prizes
* Rooms TBA.
NEW THIS YEAR: The Excel @ Teaching Reading Source is a space to preview and bid on excellent books both personal and professional. Donated books will be on silent auction for you to preview, peruse, and bid on. The Reading Source will be open from 7:45 until 1:00. Winners, who must be present, will be announced at the Closing Reception.