PsychSessions: Conversations about Teaching N' Stuff

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E064: Liza Veliz: Gifted Educator, Fiercely Family Loyal, Straddling Two Worlds Jul 09, 2019

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In this episode Garth and Eric interview Liza Veliz from South Texas College in McAllen, TX. Liza helps students living on the U.S./Mexico border navigate issues that many faculty do not face. Her family and culture are strong, powerful, and inspiring in her professional life, including influencing decisions about graduate school, serving as a Psi Beta chapter advisor, and maintaining modesty. Liza has personal, gut-wrenching stories to tell about ethnic identity that she and her students have faced.

SB07: Ask Questions on PsychSessions Jun 25, 2019

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In this bonus episode, we introduce a new feature called "Ask Questions on PsychSessions." Listen to the sidebar for details, and when you are ready to ask your question, go to bit.ly/askpsychsessions

Ask us a question about the teaching of psychology -- it can be a big-picture question or a nuts-and-bolts question, and we'll find someone to answer it. We'll record the questions and answers, and we'll release "Ask Questions on PsychSessions" mini-episodes in batches, perhaps on Sunday nights!

E063: Jennifer Bonds-Raacke: Inspirational Leader, Powerful Partner, Boundless Enthusiasm Jun 25, 2019

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In this episode Garth and Eric interview Jennifer Bonds-Raacke from St. Norbert College in De Pere, WI. The Southwestern Psychological Association Executive Director to time during the 2019 convention to describe her whole-family upbringing, the family work ethic, and how classroom seating plays a big role in her future. From dept. chair to dean to Vice President for Academic Affairs, Jenn's leadership and dedication to others emerged early, and benefits her family, community, and the academic world too.

E062: Bill McKeachie Tribute: Psychology's Teacher (Re-Release) Jun 13, 2019

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This is a re-release of PsychSessions Episode #017 as a tribute to Bill McKeachie, who passed away on June 12, 2019. The interview was recorded on February 17, 2018 in Ann Arbor, MI and released on March 6, 2018. Garth and Eric are thankful for the time with Bill, for the people who made the day possible, and for Society for the Teaching of Psychology (STP) for sponsoring the episode. Bill McKeachie's legendary contributions to psychology, including the teaching of psychology, will never be matched.

E061: Jason Spiegelman: All Introductory Psychology, All-in For Student Learning Jun 11, 2019

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In this episode Garth and Eric interview Jason Spiegelman from the Community College of Baltimore County in Baltimore, MD. Jason describes his love for the introductory psychology course, the 5-5 teaching load, and the 30-day challenge (including a memorable stimulus generalization story). He shares his origin story that includes missteps and multiple successes. From his textbook supplement writing to serious conversations about self-deprecating humor and imposter syndrome, we cover a lot of ground here.

E060: Amy Fineburg: Supporter and Champion of High School Teachers and Student Success May 28, 2019

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In this episode Garth interviews Amy Fineburg from Jefferson County Schools in Birmingham, AL. Amy's position is to support 56 school and over 30,000 students in her school district. Diversity is an important challenge, and working to improve diversity is an opportunity that Amy takes seriously. When faced with an interesting research problem, she decided the way to solve it was to go back to school and earn her doctorate. Enjoy listening to her stories about national leadership experiences and more.

E059: Lee Gurel: An Ardent Advocate, Philanthropist for High School Psychology May 14, 2019

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In this episode Garth interviews Lee Gurel, who is retired from the Chief of Research in Mental Health and Behavioral Sciences position from the Veteran's Administration Hospital in Washington, DC. On receiving the APA Presidential Citizen Psychologist Citation, Lee reflected on his interests in helping high school teachers of psychology have additional professional development opportunities. The conversation includes the importance of his immigrant roots, the special role of Clark University, and more.

E058: Jim Diaz-Granados: Educational Leader, Endurance Athlete, Effective Advocate Apr 30, 2019

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In this episode Garth interviews Jim Diaz-Granados from the American Psychological Association in Washingon, DC. At the time, Jim was the Chief Education Officer, leading the Education Directorate and its 11 offices. Their discussion included Jim's love of working out, running, and #ragnar. Forming teams and spotting talent benefits APA as well. Jim shares the details of his origin story, from his start at a community college as a first generation college student, lead singer in the band, and more.

E057: Ted Bosack: Generative Scholar, Generous Mentor, Genuine Leader Apr 16, 2019

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In this episode Garth interviews Ted Bosack from Providence College in Providence, RI. As the second-born son in a traditional Ukrainian family, Ted benefits from important mentors in high school and makes his own success through college and graduate school. He thrives as an experimental child psychologist working with Lewis Lipsitt, and his contributions to the teaching of psychology are legendary, including serving as the Executive Director to the Society for the Teaching of Psychology and much more.

E056: Jennifer Thompson: Tenacious Learning, National Leader Among Leaders Apr 02, 2019

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In this episode Garth and Eric interview Jennifer Thompson from the University of Maryland University College in Largo, MD. Jenn has been a leader on APA's Introductory Psychology Initiative, APA's Summit on National Assessment of Psychology, and co-chaired the Committee on Associate and Baccalaureate Education. Her educational story is one of persistence, with some easy wins and others not so much. Experiences in jobs in the 'real world' lead Jenn back to academia and the role of department chair.

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