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The Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Alyssa Dewees Talks Generative AIIn this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Alyssa Dewees, a Senior Instructional Consultant at RCTLE and an adjunct faculty member in the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Dewees provides valuable insights into generative artificial intelligence programs, discussing their advantages and the associated challenges of AI. Likewise, she sheds light on how students are leveraging these programs and offers perspective on ERAU-W's stance on this matter. Additionally, she imparts advice on effectively utilizing generative AI tools while preserving the human element in our increasingly artificial world.
2023-10-1035 min
The Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastThe Faculty Roundtable: Achieving Work-Life BalanceRCTLE is excited to present a new podcast series, The Faculty Roundtable: the podcast where faculty discuss faculty development. In each episode, a group of Embry-Riddle faculty members will discuss their most common classroom concerns and share innovative solutions and strategies.
In episode three we build on the topics covered in the V-FLC: 8 Dimensions of Wellness. Panelists Amani Francis (Adjunct Professor for the College of Arts and Sciences) and Jeff Otterstetter (Adjunct Professor for the College of Business) join hosts, Sharron DeRosier and Alyssa Dewees, to discuss work-life balance, managing stress, and bringing grace and kindness to t...
2023-03-1618 min
The Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastThe Faculty Roundtable: A Conversation With Rookie and Veteran Faculty MembersRCTLE is excited to present a new podcast series, The Faculty Roundtable: the podcast where faculty discuss faculty development. In each episode, a group of Embry-Riddle faculty members will discuss their most common classroom concerns and share innovative solutions and strategies.
In the second episode, "A Conversation With Rookie and Veteran Faculty Members," we hear from two seasoned professors, Kristy Kiernan and Cheryl Lentz, and two new ERAU Worldwide instructors, Russell Schultz and Ajish Morris. As our new faculty members ask questions of veteran faculty, and vice versa, our guests discuss the new adjunct experience, connecting with c...
2022-11-0431 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Andy Aldrin Talks Owning Your Course ContentDr. Andy Aldrin, Associate Professor in the College of Aviation, joins us to discuss the importance of showing ownership of course content and making content relevant for students. Dr. Aldrin addresses ways faculty members can insert their expertise into the course template and what they can do to help students make meaningful connections with the content. Dr. Aldrin also talks about the power of storytelling and gives us some insight into ERAU Worldwide’s Master of Space Operations (MSO) program.
2022-10-0622 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Felix Brito Talks Instructional Design and DevelopmentDr. Felix Brito, Executive Director of Instructional Design and Development (IDD) here at Embry-Riddle Worldwide, joins us to discuss the importance of consistency in the online classroom. Dr. Brito talks about the course design process, the benefit of course templates, and gives advice about how faculty can help promote consistency within their own courses.
2022-07-2521 min
The Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastThe Faculty Roundtable: Engaging Students in the Online EnvironmentRCTLE is excited to present a new podcast series, The Faculty Roundtable: the podcast where faculty discuss faculty development. Each episode, a group of Embry-Riddle faculty members will discuss their most common classroom concerns and share innovative solutions and strategies. In the pilot episode, professors Emily Faulconer, James Sulton, and Patrick Sherman share their perceptions of good instructor engagement, discuss challenges of connecting with students online, and exchange their favorite techniques for building connection and engagement.
2022-07-1435 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastSofia Barry Talks Worldwide Academic AdvisingIn this episode we are joined by Sofia Barry, a Graduate Academic Advisor II for ERAU-W. Sofia gives us a general overview of Academic Advising’s role, discusses things students struggle with in the online classroom environment, and talks about actionable ways faculty can contribute to a positive student experience. She also offers advice about how faculty members can collaborate with advising for the benefit of student success.
2022-05-0227 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastJim Jurewicz Talks Engaging Students in DiscussionJim Jurewicz, Adjunct Faculty member in the College of Arts and Sciences, joins us to discuss strategies for effectively engaging students in discussion in Online and EagleVision classrooms. Jim talks about making space for all student voices, giving students a safe place to apply content, asking the right questions, and playing devil’s advocate. He also gives advice about how to easily monitor student discussion participation and how he provides interventions when needed.
2022-03-0132 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Eva Maleviti Talks the Adjunct ExperienceThe College of Aeronautics Adjunct of the Year, Dr. Eva Maleviti, joins us to discuss her transition into the field of Aeronautics, the most rewarding (and challenging) aspects of being an adjunct faculty member, and her most effective teaching strategies.
2021-12-0635 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastAnn Marie Ade Talks ERAU‘s QEP: Writing MattersAssistant Professor of the Practice Ann Marie Ade from the College of Arts and Sciences joins us to talk about the current Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP): Writing Matters. Ann Marie discusses what Writing Matters is, how a decision was made to focus on a writing initiative, and how Writing Matters will benefit students and teachers alike. For more information on Writing Matters, visit the Writing Matters website: https://erau.edu/leadership/senior-leadership/office-of-the-provost/writing-matters
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2021-11-2316 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Jim Solti Talks Leading Through Relationship BuildingDr. Jim Solti, the Department Chair for Graduate Studies in the College of Aeronautics, joins us to talk about his journey from the military to higher education, working with our non-traditional student population, and leading by building meaningful relationships. After listening, please fill out our brief survey, as your feedback is important to us: eraurctle.iad1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_0SYorVyv6eUqKPk
2021-09-2726 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Maneesh Sharma Talks the Future of Higher EducationIn this episode we are joined by Dr. Maneesh Sharma, the Dean of the College of Business. Dr. Sharma discusses his road to ERAU, the COB’s new Stackable Courses program, and what makes Embry-Riddle a great place to receive an education. He also offers advice about ways to provide our students an education that holds up in the field and gives insight about the future of higher education.
2021-07-2230 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Debra Bourdeau & Dr. Beverly Wood Talk Humanistic STEMDr. Debra Bourdeau & Dr. Beverly Wood join us to talk about Humanistic STEM and the importance of elevating the Humanities in the STEM field. They discuss what led them to collaborate across disciplines to develop HUMN 333 and how all of our faculty can take small steps to integrate the Humanities into their own courses.
2021-05-1937 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastPablo Alvarez Talks Worldwide's Dean of Students OfficeThis month we talk to Embry-Riddle Worldwide’s Dean of Students, Pablo Alvarez. Pablo discusses the evolution of the Dean of Students office and how faculty members can utilize the resources provided. We also learn about simple ways to integrate the eUnion into our teaching practices and how establishing a Worldwide SGA has ushered in a new sense of community for our online students.
2021-03-0831 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastThe RCTLE Team Leads Talk 3 Teaching Strategies to Bring Into the New YearIn this month's episode we sit down with the RCTLE Team Leads Codie Seier, Heather Rozar-Bergmann, and Kelsey Coates to discuss ways in which faculty can better personalize instruction in the online learning environment. We hope our discussion on the use of multiple feedback tools, the use of audio and video within Canvas, and different feedback opportunities challenges you to commit to a new teaching strategy in the New Year! For more teaching resources, please visit rctle.erau.edu.
2020-12-1135 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastAlex Rister & Dr. Meghan Velez Talk VECTOROctober marks the one year anniversary of the Virtual Environment for Communication: Teaching, Outreach, and Research (VECTOR). To commemorate this milestone we speak with VECTOR’s Interim Director Alex Rister, and Assistant Director Dr. Meghan Velez. Alex and Meghan reflect on a successful first year and discuss the many resources VECTOR has available to students and instructors alike.
2020-09-2827 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. John Boekenoogen Talks Teaching in the Time of COVID-19In this month’s episode we speak to Dr. John Boekenoogen, the Executive Director of the Rothwell Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, about his passion for online education, the future of RCTLE, and how the Embry-Riddle community came together to make sure students continued receiving a world-class education during COVID-19 shutdowns.
2020-07-2335 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastMesha Molitor Talks ZoomThe start of May term at Embry-Riddle Worldwide brings the adoption of a new video conferencing software-- Zoom! In this episode Kaitlyn Pickus speaks with Mesha Molitor, the Faculty Developer in charge of training all EagleVision instructors on Zoom. Mesha discusses her favorite features of this new platform and gives us tips about how all teachers can use Zoom to engage their students.
2020-05-1809 min
The Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Ken Witcher Talks the Embry-Riddle Experience (Part 2)In this two part episode we speak with Dr. Ken Witcher, the Dean of the College of Aeronautics here at Embry-Riddle Worldwide. In Part 2 Dr. Witcher talks about the importance of being passionate about your content, creating a meaningful learning environment for your students, and always keeping up with change in the field.
2020-02-2421 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastDr. Ken Witcher Talks The Embry-Riddle Experience (Part 1)In this two part episode we speak with Dr. Ken Witcher, the Dean of the College of Aeronautics here at Embry-Riddle Worldwide. Dr. Witcher discusses the benefit of instructors having field experience and how it positively impacts student learning. In Part 1 we learn about Dr. Witcher's background and how he came to be a pillar of the University. Stay tuned for Part 2!
2020-02-2419 minThe Rothwell Center For Teaching and Learning Excellence (RCTLE) PodcastEmily Ackerman Talks Virtual CommunityRCTLE's Kaitlyn Pickus sits down with Emily Ackerman to discuss the new Virtual Community and Embry-Riddle Worldwide's push to make sure students feel a sense of community, regardless of location.
2020-01-0815 min