What are the digital humanities? How do they offer new ways to think about teaching and research across humanities disciplines? Led by John Melson (Sheridan Center), this session will explore these questions and introduce participants to this emerging field. We’ll look at examples of current digital humanities projects, discuss how digital humanities approaches can be used productively in classes and research, and share essential resources. Bring a brown-bag lunch. RSVP to reserve a place.

aka “French for Foodies” In this workshop led by Senior Lecturer Annie Wiart (French Studies), we will explore how to design an advanced language course with specific cultural content (gastronomy) relevant to both the target culture and the personal interests of students (as revealed by the immense popularity of culinary TV programs, networks, blogs etc.). Register at sheridan.brown.edu to reserve a place. Please register even if the event is currently fully subscribed, as there may be cancellations that would enable you to attend.

Does multitasking in your classroom affect your student’s learning? What can or should you do about it? Join this roundtable discussion led by Monica Linden (Neuroscience) & Andy Pennock (Public Policy) to share your concerns, experiences and solutions to the problems of multitasking in the classroom. Bring a brown-bag lunch. RSVP at sheridan.brown.edu to reserve a place at this seminar.

Do your students complain that they spent hours studying but are still struggling? Come to this workshop to learn more about the issues Brown students encounter while studying science and to find out what you can do to help them avoid pitfalls and get on track to succeed in your course. RSVP at sheridan.brown.edu. Led by Joseph Browne (Science Center, DoC), Carie Cardamone (Sheridan Center), Peggy Chang (Curricular Resource Center, DoC), & David Targan (Science Center, DoC).

Cert IV TC Final Meeting

Final Presentations. Open only to registered participants.

Final Presentations. Open only to registered participants.

Practice Presentations. Open only to registered participants.

How can the visual representation of complex ideas enhance student learning? Michael Satlow (Religious Studies) will present a case study of his experiences designing and implementing a concept mapping assignment to teach an ancient religious text and will lead a discussion about the benefits and costs of using visual representations in your courses. Bring a brown-bag lunch. RSVP at sheridan.brown.edu.

Classroom Communication. Open only to registered participants.

Practice Presentations. Open only to registered participants.

Are you applying for an NSF CAREER award? Successful CAREER proposals are expected to demonstrate creative and effective integration of research and education plans. In this workshop for junior faculty & postdocs in science, engineering & mathematics, recent CAREER awardees will discuss how to plan a proposal and OVPR, the Science Center and the Sheridan Center, will present resources on effective integration of research, teaching & outreach for writing an education plan. RSVP by noon on Monday, March 10th to reserve a place at this catered lunch.