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When it comes to education these days, there’s a lot to think about: flipped classrooms, instructional technology, accreditation, authentic assessment, copyright, asynchronous learning, multimedia tools, hybrid learning. Moving the Needle delivers frank conversations with instructors, learners, leaders, and creators about all things teaching and learning. Listen to their stories, learn from hard-won experience, and let these ideas help you move the needle in your own teaching. Moving the Needle is produced by the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning at the University of Maryland, Baltimore.
Episodes
May 30, 2024
May 30, 2024
32 min
Dr. Christina Cestone, Assistant Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs and Development at UMB speaks with Host Scott Riley about the Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning, why it was created, its long term goals and how it fits into UMB's overall strategy.
Apr 17, 2024
Apr 17, 2024
24 min
Cohost Scott Riley speaks with Dr. Gregory Brightbill about The Learning Institute at UMB. Greg explains the Institute's mission and how it aligns with UMB's core values, what kinds courses are available, who can take them and how they can be used professionally.
Mar 26, 2024
Mar 26, 2024
34 min
Co-host Scott Riley welcomes Dr. Samantha Fuld, DSW, and together they discuss the findings of a recent committee on teaching-focused faculty (TFF) as well as the pathways and prospects for those interested in this trajectory.
Feb 22, 2024
Feb 22, 2024
25 min
Host Erin Hagar chats with Dr. Leah Sera, Program Director of the Medical Cannabis program about the challenges of designing a curriculum that as the first of its kind in the nation has no precedent or template. to guide development.
Feb 2, 2024
Feb 2, 2024
23 min
Host Erin Hagar speaks with Vashti Adams, a PhD student in UMB's School of Social Work, who also served as a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the new online MSW program here at UMB. Vashti discusses her journey as a learner, the influences that have shaped her and what she hopes to carry forward as she prepares for a future faculty position.
Dec 14, 2023
Dec 14, 2023
19 min
Host Erin Hagar speaks with Sol Roberts-Lieb, EdD about his new role leading UMB's Faculty Center for Teaching and Learning. Sol talks about the unique needs, strengths, and opportunities at UMB as well as his vision for a thriving FCTL that is truly responsive to faculty needs.
Nov 13, 2023
Nov 13, 2023
35 min
Host Erin Hagar speaks with the 2023 winner of UMB's Educator of the Year award, Dr. Christy Chang. Dr. Chang discusses her approach to teaching and her commitment to her students and faculty.
Oct 5, 2023
Oct 5, 2023
18 min
Co-host Dr. Scott J Riley speaks with Jenn Aumiller, Director of Career and Professional Development at UMB about the university becoming a member of the CIRTL network and what that means for UMB faculty and students.
Aug 30, 2023
Aug 30, 2023
31 min
Erin Hagar and Scott Riley cohost this special episode to kick off the academic year. Together they sift through advice that UMB faculty members have offered about how they confront the challenges of teaching.
Aug 9, 2023
Aug 9, 2023
33 min
Co-host Scott Riley, chats with Dr. Jack Pottle, co-founder of Oxford Medical Simulation about how virtual reality is changing the way medical training is delivered.