E233: Eric Amsel: Nurturing potential: Improving student support for aspiring students
In this episode Eric interviews Eric Amsel from Weber State University in Odgen, UT. They discuss the challenges and responsibilities of supporting underprepared students in higher education. Highlighting a case where developmental math and English retention rates were brought from 40% to approximately 60-65%, they emphasize the need for better support systems for students with big dreams who begin their college journey underprepared. Eric A. reflects on his own experiences and the mission of an open enrollment regional comprehensive institution to enhance student success. [Note. Portions of the show notes were generated by Descript AI.]
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New to PsychSessions? Everything You Need to Know in Two Minutes
New to PsychSessions? Everything You Need to Know in Two Minutes
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E232: Regan Gurung (Part 3): Inspiration, innovation, experience, and transformation
In this episode Garth interviews Regan for a Part 3 interview from Oregon State University in Corvallis, OR. They discuss Regan's journey from his early days in Green Bay to his current position at Oregon State University. Regan shares insights on balancing professional and personal life, emphasizing the importance of social support, sleep, and maintaining networks. The conversation also covers his latest work, including his collaboration with Wayne Whiten on the 12th edition of 'Psychology Themes and Variations,' his successful book 'Study Like a Champ,' and his upcoming project 'Teach Like a Champ.' They also touch on the significance of student engagement and belonging, the Intro Psych Academy, and the evolving challenges in teaching psychology. Regan emphasizes a data-driven, yet humanistic approach to teaching and discusses the importance of adapting and continually learning as an educator. [Note. Portions of the show notes were generated by Descript AI.]
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E231: Bill Hill: Legacy, leadership, mentorship, and community (with special guest host Jane Halonen)
In this episode Garth and special guest host Jane Halonen interviewed Bill Hill, emeritus faculty from Kennesaw State University in Kennesaw, GA. Bill Hill is a distinguished figure in the field of psychology and a key contributor to the Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP). He discusses his extensive career at Kennesaw State University, where he wore multiple hats from faculty member to vice president for academic affairs. The discussion delves into his foundational role in various teaching conferences and his efforts to promote community and mentorship within STP. Jane Halonen and Bill also reminisce about their collaborative efforts in program reviews and their significant contributions to the development of psychology guidelines. Through personal anecdotes and professional insights, Bill underscores the importance of community, mentorship, and adaptability in academia. [Note. Portions of the show notes were generated by Descript AI.]
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E230: Bridgette Hard, Part 2: Educational excellence, modern teaching, and crafting narratives (with special guest host Jane Halonen)
In this Part 2 episode, Garth interviews Bridgette Hard from Duke University in Durham, NC (with special guest host Jane Halonen). Bridgette discusses her journey and experiences as a faculty member and conference organizer at Duke University. She shares insights on the significance of creating a supportive teaching-focused environment, the development of clearer guidelines for evaluating teaching effectiveness, and tackling the challenge of integrating technology and AI in education. She also reflects on her ongoing project of writing an interactive introductory psychology textbook that emphasizes personal wellbeing and effective engagement with diverse perspectives. She provides updates on the impact of COVID-19 on student resilience and engagement. The conversation underscores the significance of storytelling in education and the dynamic landscape of higher education. [Note. Descript AI generated portions of the show notes.]
About PsychSessions: Conversations about Teaching N' Stuff
The PsychSessions podcast is co-hosted by Garth Neufeld from Cascadia College and Eric Landrum from Boise State University. We leverage our connections with psychology teachers from all levels (high school, community college, college, university) and individuals from other occupations to have meaningful conversations about what it means to be an educator. Of course, we veer away from the teaching conversation from time to time to hear about origin stories and the personal perspectives of our guests, touching on current events and topics of interest.
Our ASKPsychSessions feature is hosted by Marianne Lloyd from Seton Hall University. For ASKPsychSessions, listeners can submit questions about teaching and learning, and Marianne interviews experts and posts short features with the question and answer together. These features are often thematically grouped, such as information about using learning science to improve psychology instruction or various aspects of improving equity, diversity, and inclusion in your course.
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