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SUMMARY:Cluster: High Impact Practices Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Register Here | Facilitator: Crystal Anderson\n\n\nAre you interested in developing learning experiences where students can apply their skills and competencies in and beyond the classrooms? In Part 2 of this thematic faculty development cluster\, you will learn how to get students involved in their own learning (Implementing High Impact Practices (Engage) workshop) and how to assess nonstandard cumulative assignments\, like research\, projects\, or internships (Grading High-Impact Practices (Assess) workshop). \nBy completing Part 1 and Part 2\, you can earn a CPD Level 1 Teaching Essentials Credential as part of Stearns Center’s Continuing Professional Development program. If you complete the Mason Core Enhancement with Part 2\, you can earn the Level 1: Certified Mason Core Instructor Certification. \n*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.
URL:https://stearnscenter.gmu.edu/event/cluster-high-impact-practices-part-2-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, You will be able to view the Zoom link upon registering.
CATEGORIES:Cluster
ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Anderson":MAILTO:cander8@gmu.edu
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SUMMARY:Cluster: High Impact Practices Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Register Here| Facilitator: Crystal Anderson \n\n\nAre you interested in developing learning experiences where students can apply their skills and competencies in and beyond the classrooms? In this first of a two-part series\, you will participate in two workshops. Fundamentals of Effective Teaching (Required) explains the critical elements of teaching today’s students. High-Impact Practices (HIPs) and Applied Learning (Design) shows you how to use transparent assignment design for courses with internships\, undergraduate research and project-based learning. \nBy completing Part 1 and Part 2\, you can earn a CPD Level 1 Teaching Essentials Credential as part of Stearns Center’s Continuing Professional Development program. If you complete the Mason Core Enhancement with Part 2\, you can earn the Level 1: Certified Mason Core Instructor Certification. \n*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.
URL:https://stearnscenter.gmu.edu/event/cluster-high-impact-practices-part-1-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, You will be able to view the Zoom link upon registering.
CATEGORIES:Cluster
ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Anderson":MAILTO:cander8@gmu.edu
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SUMMARY:Cluster: High Impact Practices Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Register Here | Facilitator: Crystal Anderson \nAre you interested in developing learning experiences where students can apply their skills and competencies in and beyond the classrooms? In Part 2 of this thematic faculty development cluster consisting of 2 one-hour workshops\, you will learn how to get students involved in their own learning (Implementing High Impact Practices (Engage) workshop) and how to assess nonstandard cumulative assignments\, like research\, projects\, or internships (Grading High-Impact Practices (Assess) workshop). \nBy completing Part 1 and Part 2\, you can earn a CPD Level 1 Teaching Essentials Credential as part of Stearns Center’s Continuing Professional Development program. If you complete the Mason Core Enhancement with Part 2\, you can earn the Level 1: Certified Mason Core Instructor Certification. \n*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.
URL:https://stearnscenter.gmu.edu/event/cluster-high-impact-practices-part-2/
LOCATION:Zoom\, You will be able to view the Zoom link upon registering.
CATEGORIES:Cluster
ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Anderson":MAILTO:cander8@gmu.edu
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SUMMARY:Cluster: High Impact Practices Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Register here | Facilitator: Crystal Anderson\n\nAre you interested in developing learning experiences where students can apply their skills and competencies in and beyond the classrooms? In Part 1 of this thematic faculty development cluster consisting of 2 one-hour workshops\, you will learn about the critical elements of teaching today’s students (Fundamentals of Effective Teaching (Required) workshop) and how to use transparent assignment design for courses with internships\, undergraduate research and project-based learning (High-Impact Practices and Applied Learning (Design) workshop). \nBy completing Part 1 and Part 2\, you can earn a CPD Level 1 Teaching Essentials Credential as part of Stearns Center’s Continuing Professional Development program. If you complete the Mason Core Enhancement with Part 2\, you can earn the Level 1: Certified Mason Core Instructor Certification. \n*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.
URL:https://stearnscenter.gmu.edu/event/cluster-high-impact-practices-part-1/
LOCATION:Zoom\, You will be able to view the Zoom link upon registering.
CATEGORIES:Cluster
ORGANIZER;CN="Crystal Anderson":MAILTO:cander8@gmu.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251002T100000
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SUMMARY:Reflective Assessments for STEM Faculty and Students
DESCRIPTION:Register here| Facilitator: Laina Lockett\nWhat are the essential actions to stay an innovative STEM Educator? This workshop will review strategies for continual growth as STEM educators to ensure that students are best prepared for a changing world. In this workshop we will discuss essential reflective actions for both you and your students as a way to grow. \nThis workshop is part of the Level 1 Foundational Practices in STEM Education Cluster. Other workshops in this cluster include:  \nSeptember 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am:  Fundamentals of Effective Teaching \nSeptember 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Reading as Active Learning in STEM Disciplines \nSeptember 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Motivating Students in STEM Courses \n*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.
URL:https://stearnscenter.gmu.edu/event/reflective-assessments-for-stem-faculty-and-students/
LOCATION:Zoom\, You will be able to view the Zoom link upon registering.
CATEGORIES:Cluster,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Laina Lockett":MAILTO:llocket@gmu.edu
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SUMMARY:Motivating Students in STEM Courses
DESCRIPTION:Register here| Facilitator: Laina Lockett\nDo you teach a STEM course but feel that your students lack motivation? If you answered yes\, you aren’t alone. Since the pandemic\, professors across the country have been expressing that they have noticed a general trend in reduced student motivation. In this workshop we will discuss theories of motivation so that you can engage your students whether you teach a large class\, teach online\, have many non-majors or are teaching an upper-level course. You will gain tips\, tricks and ideas that can be implemented into your course this semester and beyond! \nThis workshop is part of the Level 1 Foundational Practices in STEM Education Cluster. Other workshops in this cluster include: \nSeptember 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am:  Fundamentals of Effective Teaching \nSeptember 11 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Reading as Active Learning in STEM Disciplines \nOctober 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Reflective Assessments for STEM Faculty and Students \n*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.
URL:https://stearnscenter.gmu.edu/event/motivating-students-in-stem-courses/
LOCATION:Zoom\, You will be able to view the Zoom link upon registering.
CATEGORIES:Cluster,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Laina Lockett":MAILTO:llocket@gmu.edu
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SUMMARY:Reading as Active Learning in STEM Disciplines
DESCRIPTION:Register here| Facilitator: Laina Lockett\nHow many times have you asked your class a question only to realize that only a few (or maybe none) of your students have done the assigned reading? Working with students who are not prepared for class is a common frustration among STEM faculty especially since there is often a large amount of material to cover in any given course. In this workshop\, you will learn how to turn reading assignments into opportunities for active learning. We will discuss some of the research on how students learn from reading\, how to teach your students to get more out of reading\, as well as how to design more engaging reading prompts\, guides and classroom activities. The small changes discussed in this workshop can have large and long-lasting impacts for your students\, so be sure to join the session! \nThis workshop is part of the Level 1 Foundational Practices in STEM Education Cluster. Other workshops in this cluster include: \nSeptember 4 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am:  Fundamentals of Effective Teaching \nSeptember 18 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Motivating Students in STEM Courses \nOctober 2 @ 10:00 am – 11:00 am: Reflective Assessments for STEM Faculty and Students \n*Adding to your calendar will not register you for the event; please register using the link above.
URL:https://stearnscenter.gmu.edu/event/reading-as-active-learning-in-stem-disciplines/
LOCATION:Zoom\, You will be able to view the Zoom link upon registering.
CATEGORIES:Cluster,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Laina Lockett":MAILTO:llocket@gmu.edu
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