PsychSessions: Conversations about Teaching N' Stuff

In this episode Garth interviews Brittany Avila from the University of Nevada-Reno in Reno, NV. Brittany thrives in her work, which is 50% teaching, 50% advising. The History of Psychology course is among her favorites to teach and she's also passionate about helping students break bad grade-focused habits and help students concentrate more on learning-centered (more difficult) study skills. You c...

In this AskPsychSessions feature, Marianne talks with Shawn Bates from Chico State University about handling student anxiety around more neuroscience content as well as what it is like to have your first year as a full-time faculty happen in 2020-2021. Opt-in at bit.ly/psychsessions-email to receive email updates about upcoming PsychSessions episodes and more!

In this episode Eric interviews Doug Woody from the University of Northern Colorado in Greeley, CO. Doug's dual interest in psychology and philosophy is just the tip of the iceberg regarding his many interests and interesting experiences he shares from childhood through the present day. He has a unique ability to passionately and persuasively connect past events to current-day challenges and demon...

In this AskPsychSessions feature, Marianne talks with Jennifer Grewe and Crissa Levin from Utah State University. They co-direct a laboratory that has always been remote only in order to increase access to research experiences for students taking primarily online courses or with life constraints that prevent on-campus experiences. Opt-in at bit.ly/psychsessions-email to receive email updates about...

In this episode Eric interviews Scott VanderStoep from Hope College in Holland, MI. Scott serves as the Dean of the Social Sciences Division at Hope, where he has worked since 1999 (and his alma mater). His background includes experience in radio and TV, playing basketball and fast-pitch softball, and refereeing. Scott and Eric pinpoint where they met, share Psi Chi Board meeting memories, and the...

In this AskPsychSessions feature, Marianne chats with three of the founding members of #BLACKINPSYCH (Danni Brower, Lauren Kendall Brooks, and Carla Macias) about the events of the inaugural #BLACKINPSYCHWEEK (March 21-27, 2021), which includes two panels and daily Twitter events. Learn more at www.blackinpsych.org.

In Season 1 of the Writing for Psych series, Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida and Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College pull back the curtain on scholarly and creative writing, discussing revising, feedback, student writing, and more.   Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3986-lobby-time License: https://filmmusic.io/standar...

In Season 1 of the Writing for Psych series, Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida and Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College pull back the curtain on scholarly and creative writing, discussing revising, feedback, student writing, and more.   Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3986-lobby-time License: https://filmmusic.io/standar...

In Season 1 of the Writing for Psych series, Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida and Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College pull back the curtain on scholarly and creative writing, discussing revising, feedback, student writing, and more.   Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3986-lobby-time License: https://filmmusic.io/standar...

In Season 1 of the Writing for Psych series, Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida and Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College pull back the curtain on scholarly and creative writing, discussing revising, feedback, student writing, and more.   Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3986-lobby-time License: https://filmmusic.io/standar...

In Season 1 of the Writing for Psych series, Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida and Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College pull back the curtain on scholarly and creative writing, discussing revising, feedback, student writing, and more.   Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3986-lobby-time License: https://filmmusic.io/standar...

In Season 1 of the Writing for Psych series, Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida and Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College pull back the curtain on scholarly and creative writing, discussing revising, feedback, student writing, and more.   Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3986-lobby-time License: https://filmmusic.io/standar...

In Season 1 of the Writing for Psych series, Jane Halonen from the University of West Florida and Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College pull back the curtain on scholarly and creative writing, discussing revising, feedback, student writing, and more. Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3986-lobby-time License: https://filmmusic.io/standard-...

In this episode Eric interviews Tony Puente from the University of North Carolina Wilmington. Tony shares his story about how a childhood transition from privilege to poverty shaped his outlook and work ethic. He is curious about what shapes success in other and the underlying brain mechanisms. His leadership style is motivated in part by impatience and the desire for change. Family, heritage, and...

In this AskPsychSesssions feature Marianne welcomes back Lindsay Masland from Appalachian State University to talk about her new video "The Worst Lecture Ever." This video is meant to teach faculty some ways they may be using language that is not as inclusive as we might desire. You can watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8puiI7RD_fM Opt-in at bit.ly/psychsessions-email to r...

In this episode Garth interviews Danae Hudson from Missouri State University in Springfield, MO. An opportunity to access data about the introductory psychology course in the Provost's Office led to a journey to re-invent/redesign the course, making it more efficient, engaging more undergraduates, and costing less overall (while improving learning outcomes and reducing DFW rates). Danae shares the...

"Garth and Sue Talk..." (Season 2!) features conversations between Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College) around a variety of topics related to teaching. These casual conversations are what you might expect to have with colleagues at work or at the bar with friends after a great day at a teaching conference. Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: http...

"Garth and Sue Talk..." (Season 2!) features conversations between Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College) around a variety of topics related to teaching. These casual conversations are what you might expect to have with colleagues at work or at the bar with friends after a great day at a teaching conference. Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: http...

"Garth and Sue Talk..." (Season 2!) features conversations between Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College) around a variety of topics related to teaching. These casual conversations are what you might expect to have with colleagues at work or at the bar with friends after a great day at a teaching conference. Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: http...

"Garth and Sue Talk..." (Season 2!) features conversations between Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College) around a variety of topics related to teaching. These casual conversations are what you might expect to have with colleagues at work or at the bar with friends after a great day at a teaching conference. Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: http...

"Garth and Sue Talk..." (Season 2!) features conversations between Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College) around a variety of topics related to teaching. These casual conversations are what you might expect to have with colleagues at work or at the bar with friends after a great day at a teaching conference. Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: http...

"Garth and Sue Talk..." (Season 2!) features conversations between Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College) around a variety of topics related to teaching. These casual conversations are what you might expect to have with colleagues at work or at the bar with friends after a great day at a teaching conference.   Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: ht...

"Garth and Sue Talk..." (Season 2!) features conversations between Garth Neufeld (Cascadia College) and Sue Frantz (Highline College) around a variety of topics related to teaching. These casual conversations are what you might expect to have with colleagues at work or at the bar with friends after a great day at a teaching conference. Music for this episode: Lobby Time by Kevin MacLeod Link: http...

In this AskPsychSessions feature, Marianne welcomes Valerie Taylor back to the podcast. This time, they discuss how to handle pushback when you start to add more EDI (equity, diversity, and inclusion) efforts to your courses. Opt-in at bit.ly/psychsessions-email to receive email updates about upcoming PsychSessions episodes and more!

In this episode Eric interviews Leslie Durham, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Boise State University in Boise, ID. Leslie describes her role as the storyteller-in-chief, advancing the work of scholars, learners, & creators. As a middle manager, she utilizes techniques from theatre (e.g., story arc) to navigate conflict. Growing up in a professorial household prepared her for the acade...