TEC Fall 2007 Speaker Event
September 27 , 2007
Event Speaker: Dr. Brad Garner (Bio)
Talk Title: Lecture Induced Mind Paralysis:The Quest for A Cure
Description: The lecture is a standard feature of most higher education classrooms. It is also arguably the least effective means of engaging students in their own learning. The result is a prevalent malady common to college students around the world: Lecture Induced Mind Paralysis. Participants in this session will:
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Develop skills in diagnosing this dreaded condition
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More importantly, however, they will learn at least 12 different (preventive) strategies that can be readily transported into the classroom
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Finally, they will be asked to join the quest to wipe out Lecture Induced Mind Paralysis from college classrooms around the world.
Time: 2:00 - 3:00
Place: Science 139
Reception: Come join us for for further informal discussion on teaching pedagogy. Refreshments will be served.
Time: 3:00 - 4:00
Place: Library TEC suite (Rooms 220)
Door prizes: There will be several door prizes at the speaker event and the reception!