In this third installment of the ASU FOLC Fest Compendium - Sean and Jake turn to the conversations with Scotty Craig, Chelsea Schlesinger, and Karla Murphy on transformative approaches and innovative methods and experiences in integrating technology and student-centered strategies in education.

Some Key Points Discussed: 

• Technology in Learning: Scotty elaborates on the role of AI and other digital tools in reshaping educational environments, focusing on their practical use in classrooms to make learning more engaging and effective.
• Interactive Syllabus: Chelsea and Karla detail their method of turning syllabus review into an interactive, engaging process that empowers students and enhances their participation and interest in the course from the outset.
• Faculty Involvement: The discussion underscores the need for more faculty engagement in educational innovation and the importance of fostering a community that values teaching and learning advancements.

Some Insights from the conversations:

• The integration of technology not only enhances learning but also demystifies its use for educators, facilitating a more inclusive educational environment.
• Adopting student-centered approaches in course design and delivery can significantly impact student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Encouraging faculty participation in educational forums can lead to more dynamic and inclusive educational practices.

Our Guests: 

• Scotty Craig - Associate Professor of human systems engineering within The Polytechnic School of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University.
• Chelsea Schlesinger - Instructor in the School of Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies
• Karla Murphy - Teaching Professor in the School of Humanities, Arts and Culture Studies