Category: TLC Announcements
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Using Barbie, Toys, and Vulnerability to Teach Research & Writing Skills with Dr. Emily Aguiló-Pérez Podcast
Barbie and children’s pop culture expert Dr. Emily Aguiló-Pérez discusses how she uses toys and personal experiences as topics for engaging students in learning about research and writing. Cohosts: Jes Drass & Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Aguiló-Pérez, E. R., & Hains, R. C. (2025). Barbie in the Media: The Transmedia Presence of…
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Call for Applications for TLC Faculty Associate
The TLC welcomes applications for the Faculty Associate for Teaching and Learning. Responsibilities include:
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Using Novel Technologies to Teach BioChemistry with Dr. Tom Kwiatkowski Podcast
Biochemist Dr. Tom Kwiatkowski shares how he incorporates Nanome Virtual Reality and AlphaFold AI into his instructional practice. Host: Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Berkmen, M. B., Balla, M., Cavanaugh, M. T., Smith, I. N., Flores‐Artica, M. E., Thornhill, A. M., … & Peterson, C. N. (2025). An idea to explore: Use of…
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The Academic Success Program with Dr. Paris McPherson, Jake Mann, Tymir Jones, & Cass Cooper Podcast
Students who have potential to succeed at West Chester University, but don’t quite meet all admission requirements can enter the Academic Success Program. ASP faculty Dr. Paris McPherson, staff member Jake Mann, and ASP students Tymir Jones and Cass Cooper provide their perspectives on this important program. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed…
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The 2nd Year of Tenure Track with Dr. Kronmuller-Harvey and Dr. Trill Podcast
Two years into the tenure track, Dr. Danielle Kronmuller-Harvey and Dr. Kasey Trill reflect on the challenges and accomplishments of their first two years at West Chester University. Hosted by Dr. Tom Pantazes and Amber Alvord Closed Captions Research Connection: Larson, L. R., Duffy, L. N., Fernandez, M., Sturts, J., Gray, J., & Powell, G.…
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NEW: Hypothesis for Social Annotation
We are excited to announce that West Chester University now has licenses for a new social annotation tool called Hypothesis! Hypothesis is a social annotation tool that is integrated directly into D2L and allows you to create active reading assignments. Social annotation can help deepen engagement with course materials, improve comprehension, and foster a community…
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2026 Faculty Fusion: Hot Topics with the TLC
Need help transitioning out of holiday mode before the Spring semester? Looking for ways to keep Winter class momentum rolling? Plan to attend Faculty Fusion! Each panel session will include: Lunch will be provided. Schedule 11:30 – 11:40: Welcome11:40 – 12:30: Panel 1: Strategies for Teaching Speaking Emphasis Courses 12:30 – 01:10: Lunch and Networking01:10…
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Guidelines for Working Where Your Child Studies with Dr. Kristen Crossney and Natalie Crossney Podcast
What happens when your child attends the university where you work? In this episode, Dr. Kristen Crossney, Professor of Public Policy Administration, and her daughter Natalie, a third-year marketing and management major, share their experiences and guidelines for navigating campus life together at West Chester University. Host: Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Show Notes: Roots…
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Mixing Mindfulness & Self Efficacy with Dr. Norman & Dr. Bennett Podcast
Wishing to address student teacher anxiety with teaching math, Dr. Tiffany Bennett and Dr. Sujata Norman combined their research interests, to investigate how contemplative practices and an intentional focus on improving self-efficacy could boost student teachers’ skills. Cohosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes and Amber Alvord Closed Captions Show notes: Sarah Rose Cavanagh website Albert Bandura Bonus:…
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PA-ADOPT Releases New eTextbooks on Technical Writing and Mycology
Over the past two weeks, the Pennsylvania Alliance for Design of Open Textbooks (PA-ADOPT) has released two new free and open eTextbooks, bringing the total number of books produced by the consortium up to 19: PA-ADOPT is made up of four participating institutions from the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (Cheyney University, Kutztown University, Millersville University,…
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