Learning and Educational Center
Ignite collaboration and transform healthcare teamwork! Join our ICC Series for interactive sessions that explore intentional communication and leadership strategies. Upcoming topics include “Communicating with Intention” and “Knowing Your Role, Elevating Others.” Click to learn more and register today!
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Dr. Stephanie Petrosky, Chair of the Department of Nutrition in the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine, reflects on ten years of growth, mentorship, and innovation. Hear how she leads with flexibility, fosters a strong sense of community, and reminds us to “be open to the next opportunity, and give yourself the grace to learn on the job.”
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As we prepare for the Virtual Teaching and Learning Conference on November 5–6 via Zoom Events, we invite you to join the conversation early through our pre-conference series: Human-Centered Teaching in the Digital Age. This series offers a timely opportunity to explore how we can reimagine higher education with a human-centered lens in an increasingly digital world.
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Unlock your potential and master the research methods that matter. This series guides you from curiosity to clarity, building your confidence and skills to design and conduct meaningful research. Join a supportive community of faculty as you discover, select, and apply quantitative, qualitative, mixed-methods, and evidence-based approaches tailored to your professional goals. Together, you will learn to make an impact across academic, healthcare, and professional settings.
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As the Research in Action series closes, this interactive roundtable invites participants to reflect, connect, and plan ahead. Wrap up the series with fellow faculty and share insights, explore next steps, strengthen your research community, and leave inspired to carry your research forward with confidence. All are welcome, whether you attended one session or all five!
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In this episode of Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life, Jessica Garcia-Brown, Associate Professor of Law and Director of Undergraduate Law Programs, shares how she helped shape one of the nation’s first bachelor’s programs in law. She reflects on saying “yes” to new opportunities, the power of mentorship, and her commitment to preparing students for meaningful professional pathways.
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We are excited to announce that our LEC Advisory Council has set the dates and the theme for our annual teaching and learning conference. We look forward to providing a conference filled with insightful sessions and opportunities to connect with colleagues.
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In this episode of Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life, Dr. Elizabeth Swann, Professor and Director of Interprofessional Integration for NSU Health, shares how she brings together 22 healthcare programs across nine campuses to transform learning and patient care. She reflects on her leadership journey, her servant-leadership philosophy, and her vision for preparing students to thrive in collaborative, team-based environments.
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What does it take to balance leading, mentoring faculty, and still staying deeply connected to students? In this episode of Behind the Scenes: A Day in the Life, host Marti Snyder talks with Dr. Grace Telesco, Associate Professor and Director of the School of Criminal Justice in NSU’s Abraham S. Fischler College of Education and School of Criminal Justice.
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The LEC is proud to share our newly created podcast designed to go Behind the Scenes with the heart of Nova Southeastern University’s educational experience, our amazing faculty. Join us as we explore their innovative teaching methods, inspiring stories and unique perspectives. Hosted by Marti Snyder, Ph.D., LEC’s Director of Faculty Professional Development, the podcast features special guests as they explore the passion and creativity that inspire our educators to connect with students and bring learning to life. Whether you are a lifelong educator, a student, or simply curious about the magic that happens at NSU, this podcast will provide you with an understanding of how our faculty make lasting impacts on the academic journeys of all NSU Sharks.
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