A5064487259- Innovative Teaching Methods
- Experimental Learning in Engineering
- Motivation and Self-Concept in Sports
- Evolution and Science Education
- Religion, Ecology, and Ethics
- Science Education and Pedagogy
- Resilience and Mental Health
- Biomedical and Engineering Education
- Complex Systems and Decision Making
- Environmental, Ecological, and Cultural Studies
- Animal and Plant Science Education
- Innovative Teaching and Learning Methods
- Educational and Psychological Assessments
- Phase Equilibria and Thermodynamics
- Radiative Heat Transfer Studies
- Education, Achievement, and Giftedness
- Educational Strategies and Epistemologies
- Various Chemistry Research Topics
- Career Development and Diversity
Otterbein University
2018-2019
Mansfield University
2010-2011
Kent State University
2006-2008
Lecture is prominent, but practices vary
Decline in student motivation is a concern for STEM education, especially underrepresented groups the sciences. Using Science Motivation Questionnaire II, 41 foundational courses were surveyed at beginning and end of each semester an academic year small primarily undergraduate university. Significant pre- to post-semester declines observed five measured motivational factors (Intrinsic motivation, Career Self determination, Self-efficacy, Grade motivation), with effect sizes ranging from 0.21...
Nearly all physics instructors recognize the instructional value of force diagrams, and this journal has published several collections exercises to improve student skill in area.1–4 Yet some worry that too few students perceive conceptual problem-solving utility diagrams,4–6 over recent years a rich variety approaches been proposed add diagrams. Suggestions include strategies for identifying candidate forces,6,7 emphasizing distinction between “contact” “noncontact” forces,5,8 use...
AbstractOver the past decade, researchers have developed several teaching observation protocols for use in higher education, such as Teaching Dimensions Observation Protocol (TDOP), Classroom Undergraduate STEM (COPUS), Practical Rubric to Assess Active Learning (PORTAAL), and Decibel Analysis Research (DART). Choosing a protocol particular need can seem daunting. In this article, we describe these protocols—including characteristics theoretical lens, disciplinary expertise required,...