The Teaching Table

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Compliance may open the door, but culture invites students in. This episode closes the mini-series by examining how accessibility and inclusion work together and how small, consistent practices can turn compliance into belonging. We outline practical steps faculty can use now: open with a clear commitment to access, strengthen...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Deadlines are approaching, but accessibility is about more than compliance. We speak with Sarah Guglielmi, instructional consultant for accessible and inclusive pedagogy, about linking ADA Title II updates with Universal Design for Learning to create more effective courses. The episode covers UDL as a planning mindset for lear...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! In this episode, we share practical, approachable ways to make digital content more usable for everyone—going beyond technical checkboxes to focus on real-world accessibility. We discuss how usability connects to Universal Design for Learning, simple improvements like clear headings, white space, and strong color contrast, and...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! New ADA Title II regulations require public universities to meet WCAG 2.1 AA standards for digital content by 2026. In this episode, instructional consultant, Sarah Guglielmi, explains what that means for faculty and course materials, from Word documents and PDFs to LMS modules and recorded lectures. She shares why accessible...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! In this episode, we share a practical, step-by-step approach to creating digitally accessible course content using a simple workflow—remove barriers, replace inaccessible elements, and remediate what remains. We talk about how to start small (one document, one slide deck, or one LMS page), use built-in accessibility checkers a...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Curiosity becomes a catalyst when a university treats innovation as a shared language, not a side path. We sit down with Hadar Borden, Director of the Startup and Innovation Collaboratory at the University at Buffalo, to unpack how a campus-wide ecosystem helps students and faculty turn ideas into impact. Hadar takes us inside...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Artificial Intelligence has dramatically transformed the educational landscape, leaving both students and educators navigating uncharted territory. Dr. Kelly Ahuna, Director of Academic Integrity at the University at Buffalo, discusses this complex issue in our thought-provoking episode about AI tools, academic honesty, and th...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Burnout is a challenge many educators face, but how do you recognize it and navigate through it? In our latest episode of The Teaching Table podcast, we talk with Dr. Aisha O'Mally, a professor at the School of Management, about her experience with burnout. She shares how the demands of teaching and workload took a toll o...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Burnout is a challenge many educators face, but how do you recognize it and navigate through it? In our latest episode of The Teaching Table podcast, we talk with Dr. Aisha O'Mally, a professor at the School of Management, about her experience with burnout. She shares how the demands of teaching and workload took a toll o...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Unlock effective teaching strategies that resonate with today’s students in a post-pandemic world. Kathleen D'Alfonso, adjunct instructor in UB’s Education Opportunity Program, shares innovative techniques for creating accessible, engaging learning experiences—like daily planners, color-coded assignments, and personalized...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Dr. Seval Yildirim, UB's Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence, joins us on the Teaching Table podcast to tackle a pressing question: How can we foster an inclusive environment that excites and engages everyone on campus? Discover her strategies for managing change and progress in equity, diversity, justice, and inclusion...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Can experiential learning be the key to unlocking students' career potential? This episode, featuring Dr. Mara Huber, the newly appointed Senior Director for Instructional Innovation and Transformation at the University of Buffalo's Office of Curriculum Assessment and Teaching Transformation (CATT), aims to answer th...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! What if artificial intelligence could revolutionize dental education? Join us as we uncover the groundbreaking initiatives spearheaded by Dr. Nathalia Andrade from the UB Dental School. In this episode, Dr. Andrade shares her journey of securing an AI Seed Fund for her transformative project, "Transforming Periodontal and...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Ever wondered how to make math not just understandable but also exciting? Join us as we uncover innovative teaching techniques with Corey Placito, a dynamic lecturer in the University at Buffalo's math department. Since 2012, Corey has honed his methods through trial and error, becoming a master at connecting with diverse...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Explore innovative teaching practices in higher education with Dr. David Emmanuel Gray, an Associate Teaching Professor of Philosophy at the University at Buffalo. Discover how Dr. Gray elevates academic integrity and career competencies through unique methods like having students sign an academic integrity code. His emphasis...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Have you ever sat in a classroom, eyes glazed over, wondering if there's a better way to learn? Dr. Swathi Karamcheti, with her vibrant storytelling and rich experiences, is transforming the educational landscape, one engaging lecture at a time. In this episode, we welcome this passionate educator who reveals how she capt...

Have a question or want to share some thoughts? Send us a text message! Embark on a transformative journey with Dr. Jeffrey Kohler as we tackle the mid-semester crescendo of higher education. Our enlightening discussion promises to arm you with the strategies you need to navigate midterm assessments while keeping your students engaged and on track. We're breaking down the walls between achiev...