Developing supportive behaviors that increase student learning. Exploring our implicit and explicit roles in the classroom. Understanding group dynamics. Promoting effective listening skills for classroom discussion and student advising. Designing an effective course based on the principles of active learning.
Effective formats range from large group activities to individual consultations.
I am still getting positive comments from a tough crowd. A former Professor of History, he received a B.S. and M.S. in mechanical engineering from Stanford University and his Ph.D. from Kansas State University in the history of science and technology. As an instructional consultant, he has facilitated over 190 workshops nationally and internationally for faculty and teaching assistants on active learning and critical thinking, and has given the keynote address at numerous regional, national, and international conferences. A Range of Options for Faculty , co-authored with Tracey Sutherland.