Learning Futures

ASU FOLC Fest 2024 Part 3

Episode Summary

In this episode, Sean and Jake talk with ASU faculty at the ASU FOLC Fest about their transformative approaches to education and learning. This episode features conversations with Scotty Craig, Chelsea Schlesinger, and Karla Murphy, exploring tinier innovative methods and experiences in integrating technology and student-centered strategies in education.

Episode Notes

In this third installment of the ASU FOLC Fest Compendium - Sean and Jake turn to the conversations with Scotty Craig, Chelsea Schlesinger, and Karla Murphy on transformative approaches and innovative methods and experiences in integrating technology and student-centered strategies in education.

Some Key Points Discussed: 

• Technology in Learning: Scotty elaborates on the role of AI and other digital tools in reshaping educational environments, focusing on their practical use in classrooms to make learning more engaging and effective.
• Interactive Syllabus: Chelsea and Karla detail their method of turning syllabus review into an interactive, engaging process that empowers students and enhances their participation and interest in the course from the outset.
• Faculty Involvement: The discussion underscores the need for more faculty engagement in educational innovation and the importance of fostering a community that values teaching and learning advancements.

Some Insights from the conversations:

• The integration of technology not only enhances learning but also demystifies its use for educators, facilitating a more inclusive educational environment.
• Adopting student-centered approaches in course design and delivery can significantly impact student engagement and learning outcomes.
• Encouraging faculty participation in educational forums can lead to more dynamic and inclusive educational practices.

Our Guests: 

• Scotty Craig - Associate Professor of human systems engineering within The Polytechnic School of the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at Arizona State University.
• Chelsea Schlesinger - Instructor in the School of Humanities, Arts and Cultural Studies
• Karla Murphy - Teaching Professor in the School of Humanities, Arts and Culture Studies