Category: Faculty Development Channel

Behind the Scenes Podcast Episode 4: Charlene Desir

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In this insightful fourth episode of Behind the Scenes: How Faculty Bring Learning to Life at NSU, Dr. Charlene Desir shares her journey from school psychologist to full professor, revealing how reflection, identity, and mentorship shape the learning experience. With a focus on the social, psychological, and spiritual growth of students, Dr. Desir discusses building student relationships, guiding doctoral candidates, integrating undergraduate research, and navigating the evolving role of technology and AI in education. Tune in to hear how she brings empathy and purpose into every classroom interaction. Be sure to Follow the podcast to be alerted of upcoming episodes!

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Self-Enroll in the MAKO Commons and Gain Access Instantly

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LEC’s MAKO (Make All Knowledge Open) Commons is a virtual community of practice (vCoP) where NSU’s faculty can connect and share ideas, information, and resources related to research and practice in teaching and learning. MAKO Commons has been hosted in Canvas since 2021, and it is now easier and quicker to join as this resource has become self-enroll.  This means that participants can go through a few steps to self-enroll and gain access instantly. Don’t miss out on opportunities to connect and collaborate. We hope to see you in the Commons!

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Behind the Scenes Podcast Episode 3: Lori Dribin

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In this inspiring episode of Behind the Scenes: How Faculty Bring Learning to Life at NSU, we sit down with Dr. Lori Dribin, the longest-serving faculty member in NSU’s KPCOM, to explore her decades-long journey in medical education. From her early days with slide projectors to pioneering digital histology labs, Dr. Dribin shares how she fosters deep student connection—even in large, hybrid classrooms—through humor, personalization, and creative teaching techniques like clay models and animal imagery. Tune in to hear how she continues to evolve with the times while staying grounded in the art of truly knowing her students.

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Behind the Scenes Podcast Episode 2: Barri Litt, Ph.D., CPA

In this energizing second episode of Behind the Scenes: How Faculty Bring Learning to Life at NSU, we spotlight Dr. Barri Litt, a CPA, award-winning professor, and self-described “social butterfly,” who brings passion, presence, and personality into every accounting class. From banning technology in favor of deeper focus to integrating mindfulness breaks and real-world AI applications, Dr. Litt shares how she transforms technical content into human-centered learning. Discover how her people-first teaching style builds community, sparks curiosity, and equips students with skills far beyond the balance sheet.

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New Podcast from the LEC – Behind the Scenes: How Faculty Bring Learning to Life at NSU

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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Reflecting on the Success of the 3rd Annual NSU LEC Teaching and Learning Conference

Thank you for making the 3rd Annual NSU LEC Teaching and Learning Conference a success! Explore the Conference Session Recordings playlist to revisit workshops and presentations, and don’t forget to share your feedback through the Post-Conference Event Survey. Learn more about this year’s event and access resources to enhance your teaching and learning journey!

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Teaching & Learning with AI: Fall Series

In collaboration with the Writing and Communication Center, the Learning and Educational Center is pleased to present a Fall professional development series focused on integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching and learning. This series of workshops and panel sessions is designed to align with LEC’s Teaching and Learning Conference tracks, with a particular emphasis on leveraging AI to enhance pedagogical practices.

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AI Series: The AI of AI: Preserving Academic Integrity Amid Artificial Intelligence Tools

How do we know that students have achieved our course objectives? In this session, we will consider methods of assessment that minimize irresponsible student use of artificial intelligence. We will look at a variety of assessment tools and evaluate how they are impacted by GenAI tools. By the end of the session, you will have several potential strategies for updating and strengthening your course assignments.

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The Teaching Toolbox Series – Add New Tools to Your Toolbox

This summer we are offering a series of “How to” professional development sessions designed specifically for educators who want to enhance their teaching with practical, effective strategies. We will equip you with a toolbox of ideas, techniques, and applications that can be directly integrated into your practice. Each session in the series will spotlight a specific aspect of teaching and learning ranging from technology tools to pedagogical approaches.

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