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Commonwealth Connections: Instructor Day
Teaching the Whole Student
Join us for a half-day, virtual event focusing on strategies for teaching the whole student. This event will feature an instructor panel and a student panel, followed by an open discussion. Topics of discussion for both panels will cover similar themes so you can hear both the faculty and student perspective. The day ends with a chance to connect with colleagues from across the Commonwealth in an open discussion to synthesize, reflect, and wrap up the day.
The panel discussions will include the following topics:
- Getting to know students
- Fostering student well-being and connection
- Helping underprepared and non-traditional students
- Communicating the relevance and importance of course material
When
Date: Wednesday, January 4th, 2022
Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM EST
Where
Zoom Link for Panels: https://psu.zoom.us/j/95242479589
Zoom Link for Connect with Colleagues: https://psu.zoom.us/j/97224986919
Questions for the Panelists?
Penn State encourages persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Jen Wagner at jlw83@psu.edu at least 2 weeks prior to the start of the program to allow sufficient time to effectively meet your access needs.
Schedule & Session Details
9:00 AM
Instructor Panel
Instructors share their perspectives, experiences, and tips for teaching, supporting, and connecting with their students.
Break Time
Take a moment to stretch, move around, get a drink, and reflect.
10:30 AM
10:30 AM
Break Time
Take a moment to stretch, move around, get a drink, and reflect.
10:45 AM
Student Panel
Students share their perspectives on practices that help or hinder a sense of purpose, community, collaboration, and inclusive learning in their classes. Hear what students are hoping to see as we begin the spring semester.
Break Time
Take a moment to stretch, move around, get a drink, and reflect. Grab some lunch if you’d like! Eating at the next session is welcome.
12:15 PM
12:15 PM
Break Time
Take a moment to stretch, move around, get a drink, and reflect. Grab some lunch if you’d like! Eating at the next session is welcome.
12:30 PM
Connect with Colleagues
Discuss your thoughts and questions about the sessions today, the upcoming semester, or anything else that’s on your mind. This is a place for open conversation, connection, and reflection.
Questions? Ideas?
Instructional designers are available to support you with your course design and development needs.