Teaching Tips

This episode, with special guests Georgette Gorman and Tiffany Newell, speaks to how faculty handle challenges, which is especially relevant given the current global health concerns. Georgette shares strategies for planning to move courses online, including reviewing the syllabus and anticipating changes that need to be made. Tiffany emphasizes the importance of communicating to students and being present in classes. Both guests stress the importance of extending grace and to incorporate technology judiciously. Now is a great time to experiment with new interactive applications but keep in mind the added learning curve and stress that comes with the process. Be sure to check out the podcast homepage for all past episodes: https://cirt.gcu.edu/frc/teaching_tips/blogs.

It’s hard to believe that GCU’s first and longest-running podcast is turning 50! This week Faculty Training and Development could not think of a better way to celebrate the 50th episode than to celebrate all faculty!! This very special episode was captured “live” on the purple carpet when Mark and Josh took the show on the road to the 2019 Faculty Appreciation Night. Faculty attendees, presenters, and academic leadership were on hand to share their best-kept secrets for success in the classroom. Be sure to download and subscribe to stay up to date on all Teaching Tips. Be sure to visit the podcast homepage at: https://cirt.gcu.edu/frc/teaching_tips/blogs.

Special guest Kendra Stewart-Nelson, DBH, LPC, NCC brings all of her experience and knowledge to the table as she sits down with Mark and Josh. The three dive deep into topics around faculty advising, removing fear from the classroom, self-awareness, and even personal accountability. Be sure to tune in for practical classroom application in a traditional or online environment. This will not be an episode you will not want to miss! Be sure to chceck out all past episodes on the Podcast homepage: https://cirt.gcu.edu/gcufaculty/frc/teaching_tips/blogs.

Joshua Sugata and Mark Trollinger dig deeper into the mysterious world of curriculum as they continue their discussion with Instructional Designer Ryan Hughes and Curriculum Developer Katherine Burton. In this episode the roles within curriculum design & development are discussed as well as how collaboration with other departments contributes to the program. The importance of professional development and the importance of effective learning strategies are discussed regarding their impact on curriculum design. They discuss practices that focus on how the brain works and aim to make it work harder in learning new concepts. Techniques such as retrieval practice, interleaving, pre-testing, space practice and elaborative interrogation are discussed. Tune in and learn techniques that can be implemented in your class to help students learn more effectively.

In the latest episode of Teaching Tips, Joshua Sugata and Mark Trollinger discuss the unique structure of GCU’s collaboratively created, centrally managed curriculum. Instructional Designer Ryan Hughes and Curriculum Developer Katherine Burton explain how the courses are created, the curriculum is designed, and assignments are developed through input from the faculty and the College. This process not only ensures the list of requirements the College requires are incorporated into every class, but also creates consistency in learning objectives and outcomes regardless of the modality. Tune in to learn more about this unique approach to GCU’s curriculum and how to address the situation if you encounter issues in your classroom.

Our special guests this week serve within a department that often becomes synonymous with Faculty Training and Development. Season 3 Episode 11 will not only help clear up any confusion, but will empower listeners to fully utilize the Faculty Services department. The collaboration between Faculty Services and Faculty Training Development is often seamless, which leaves faculty under the assumption that they are one in the same. Dan Ames and Kyle Dosil bring their combined seventeen years’ experience here at GCU to the microphone and help tackle topics such as: faculty pay, course scheduling, course approvals, integrating faith in work, and even how to become a faculty member here at GCU! Be sure to visit the podcast homepage for all past episodes: https://cirt.gcu.edu/frc/teaching_tips/blogs.

As the semester is getting ready to wrap up, Teaching Tips keeps revving up when it comes to guests! Listeners are in for a special treat with Season 3 Episode 10, as Mark and Josh welcome Nate Terlisner to the microphone. Nate brings a unique commanding yet calming presence to the classroom. Nate’s unique teaching style also allows for him to successfully balance the use of humor, while remaining sincere and effective within the classroom. This episode will focus on behavioral health, neuroplasticity, how to deal with life situations in class, and a special drop-in guest! Download, subscribe, and listen to this exciting episode as the variety in topics will be sure to be relatable to anyone regardless of where they are in their life, academic, and professional journey! All past episodes can be found on the podcast homepage at: https://cirt.gcu.edu/frc/teaching_tips/blogs. Featured Guest Info: Nate has worked in the behavioral health and education fields for 10 years, and is currently a Faculty Manager in Faculty Training and Development at Grand Canyon University (GCU) in Phoenix, AZ. Nate also teaches as an adjunct instructor in Behavioral and Mental Health Sciences at GCU as well as at Glendale Community College. He holds two Master’s degrees, one in Addiction Counseling and the other in Professional Counseling. Nate also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Ministry from University of Northwestern in St.Paul, MN. Nate has worked in ministry for over 11 years, including serving at a homeless shelter and as a Young Adults Pastor. His passion is discipleship and outreach, teaching Christians about their identity in Christ! Nate regularly leads teams around the city to pray for others and train in power evangelism.

Season 3 Episode 9 offers listeners an in-depth look into the importance of engagement, encouraging the use of technology, and the world of special education. Holly Love brings personality and professionalism to the mic just as she does within every classroom she enters. Our special guest this week brings over one and a half decades of experience within the world of education, and she currently serves as a Faculty Manger within Faculty Training and Development. In their time together, Mark, Josh and Holly talk about student engagement, classroom activities, pedagogy, and much more. This will not be an episode you will want to miss! Be sure to visit the Podcast homepage at: https://cirt.gcu.edu/frc/teaching_tips/blogs. Download, subscribe, and listen to this exciting episode as the variety in topics will be sure to be relatable to anyone regardless of where they are in their life, academic, and professional journey! Featured Guest Info: Holly Love is a Faculty Specialist at Grand Canyon University. She has over 15 years of experience in the field of education. Her journey started off as a secondary special education instructor through her two degrees from Arizona State University. She has also worked as a liaison and site supervisor for Rio Salado College prior to becoming a full time online faculty member at GCU. Through her 12 years of experience in higher education, she has attended multiple conferences and has spoken to many faculty regarding topics that enhance and encourage faculty to move forward in their own professional journey in the classroom.