Easy Add-ons to Boost Student Engagement in Math & Science Lectures
As a result of participating in this event, attendees will be able to:
- Describe why engagement is important for students sense of belonging in science and math classrooms
- Describe how increased engagement improves student learning
- Identify one or more effective practices for student engagement that you could apply immediately
March 28, 2024 from 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Location: Zoom Online
Presented by:
Dr. Shannon Stefl
She is currently serving as Associate Director for Educational Development in the Office of Teaching Effectiveness and Innovation.
Educational/training background
Dr. Shannon Stefl is an Associate Director in the Office of Teaching Effectiveness and Innovation (OTEI). She specializes in graduate student and early-career faculty educational development. Dr. Stefl has been with OTEI since 2018 and has supported graduate student professional development at Clemson for six years. She earned a Ph.D. in Engineering and Science Education as well as a M.S. in Physics from Clemson University. Her research focuses on faculty well-being and inclusive practices within STEM.
Sarah Otterbeck
She is currently in her third year of her Ph.D. in Engineering and Science Education (ESED).
Mrs. Sarah Otterbeck (she, her) is a Graduate Research Assistant with the Office of Teaching Effectiveness and Innovation (OTEI) as well as a Doctoral Candidate in the Engineering and Science Education (ESED) department here at Clemson. Having received her M.S. in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences in May 2021 from Clemson Sarah brings a STEM background to her work in OTEI and ESED. Her current research interests are in understanding the gender inequity within service responsibilities of faculty as well as inclusive engagement strategies for the classroom.
Event Description
Elevate your teaching game with our workshop focused on strategies to transform your lectures into engaging learning experiences. Discover practical and effective active learning techniques tailored for STEM classrooms. From interactive exercises to collaborative problem-solving, this session is designed to equip you with innovative tools that effortlessly enhance student engagement. Don’t miss this opportunity to make your STEM lectures truly unforgettable!