Category: Education
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Thomas Adam, University of Texas at Arlington – From Public Good to Personal Pursuit
A college education used to be free. Thomas Adam, professor of transnational history at the University of Texas at Arlington, details the reasons why this changed. Thomas Adam is professor of transnational history at the University of Texas at Arlington. His research and teaching focusses on topics such as philanthropy, higher education, and holiday rituals…
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Steve Joordens, University of Toronto Scarborough – Peer Assessment
You’ve got to think for yourself. Steve Joordens, professor of psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough, discusses why critical thinking is vital for today’s students. Professor Joordens teaches a very large Introduction to Psychology course at the University of Toronto Scarborough. In addition, he is Director of the Advanced Learning Technologies Lab which is…
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Mara Grayson, California State University Dominguez Hills – Trigger Warnings in the Classroom
Are trigger warnings helpful in the classroom? Mara Grayson, assistant professor of English at California State University, Dominguez Hills, says maybe not. Dr. Mara Lee Grayson is an Assistant Professor of English at California State University, Dominguez Hills. Her research and teaching explore rhetorics of race, composition pedagogy, and racial literacy in writing studies. Her…
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James Seidelman, Westminster College – Student Loan Debt Crisis
On Westminster College Week: The student loan debt crisis shows no signs of slowing down. James Cid Seidelman, distinguished service professor of economics, examines why reform is needed. James “Cid” Seidelman, Ph.D., is distinguished service professor of economics at Westminster College in Salt Lake City, Utah. He returned to teaching in fall 2015 after serving…
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Allison Buskirk-Cohen, Delaware Valley University – Succeeding in College
Campuses want college students to succeed. Allison Buskirk-Cohen, associate professor of psychology at Delaware Valley University, looks at a couple factors that could swing the balance. Allison Buskirk-Cohen’s research focuses on how interpersonal relationships influence general well-being and academic success. She has studied the role of peer relationships and mental health as students transitioned from…
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Alexandra Logue, Graduate Center of the City University of New York – Remedial Math
Math could be what determines whether you graduate from college. Alexandra Logue, research professor at the Graduate Center of the City University of New York, examines why. Dr. Alexandra W. Logue is a Research Professor in CASE (the Center for Advanced Study in Education) of the Graduate Center of The City University of New York…
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Katherine Cumings Mansfield, University of North Carolina Greensboro – Improve Schools by Asking Students
The best way to improve a school? Ask the students. Katherine Cumings Mansfield, associate professor in the department of educational leadership and cultural foundations at the University of North Carolina Greensboro, says keeping the student voice in the discussion has many benefits. A seasoned school teacher and program administrator, Katherine Cumings Mansfield is currently Associate…
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Michelle Hospital, Florida International University – Youth Music Programs and the Five C’s
Learning to play music could foster important skills for life. Michelle Hospital, research associate professor in the department of biostatistics at Florida International University, says it’s not just about the music, but who you play it with. Dr. Michelle Hospital is the Associate Director of Research and Development of FIU’s Community-Based Research Institute (CBRI). She…
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Jennifer Adams, University of Calgary – Minority Students and Science Achievement
Those who teach and learn science could use more diversity. Jennifer Adams, associate professor in the department of chemistry at the University of Calgary, explains why. Dr. Jennifer D. Adams was born and raised in Brooklyn, NY. After college she worked in physical therapy for two years before entering the field of education. Dr. Adams…
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Patti Owen-Smith, Oxford College of Emory University – Contemplative Practice
What part does contemplation play in our academic institutions? Patti Owen-Smith, professor of psychology at Oxford College of Emory University, discusses how more time for thought could benefit students. Patricia Owen-Smith is a professor of psychology and women’s, gender and sexuality studies at Oxford College of Emory University. She was named a Carnegie Scholar in…