Friday, February 28
8 am
How stereotypes affect us (and our students) and what we can do: Whistling Vivaldi Professional Learning Community (L, E, D, S)
Professional Learning Community
“What is an “identity contingency?”  How are we influenced by “stereotype threats?” 
Join us this spring for a professional learning community (PLC) where we will discuss Whistling Vivaldi, by Claude M. Steele (an Issues of Our Time book).  We will learn why the author believes stereotype threats are “a standard predicament of life,” and, more importantly, we will learn about and discuss the influence of stereotypes on identity and performance and how we can work to reduce the strength and influence of stereotype threats.
Please read chapters seven and eight for this PLC session.
A limited number of books will be available for PLC participants.
Presenter: Harlan Pease, Associate Professor of Communication Studies and English, and Fellow, The Teaching Center
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Zoom Passcode: Spring2025

Friday, February 28
9 am
PLC Hidden Potential
Professional Learning Community
This Professional Learning Community (PLC) is dedicated to exploring the insights and principles from Adam Grant’s Hidden Potential. To prepare for this session, please read Chapter 9: Diamonds in the Rough and Epilogue and Reflection
Moderators: Neely Ann Sheucraft, Associate Professor, Communication Studies, Fellow, The Teaching Center; and Amy Bryant, Associate Professor, Communication Studies, and Director, The Teaching Center
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Zoom Passcode: Spring2025

Friday, February 28
10 am – 11:30 am 
Empowering Faculty with AI: Innovation, Ethics, and Implementation
Presentation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming higher education, offering innovative tools that can enhance teaching, learning, and engagement. In this presentation, we will explore practical applications of AI in course design and delivery, including AI-powered tutoring, video creation, music generation, instructional design, and voiceover technology. We will demonstrate how these tools can streamline workflow, personalize learning experiences, and foster creativity in teaching while maintaining academic integrity. Attendees will gain insights into best practices for ethical implementation and data privacy protection to ensure responsible use of AI in the classroom. Whether you are new to AI or already familiar with its capabilities, this session will provide actionable strategies to harness the power of AI while safeguarding student and faculty data.

Based on this presentation description, please consider submitting a question that you would like Dr. Greathouse to answer. Questions are being accepted through February 14.

Presenter: Dr. Justin Greathouse
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Zoom Passcode: RnJ3qs4u

Friday, February 28
10 am
TBR High Impact Practices Connection Call
HIPs 201: Introduction to Learning Mindset Strategies
Presenters: Jennifer Thayer (APSU), Jonathan Brigner (ChSCC), Nicole Neely (TCAT Pulaski), Deidra Rogers (ETSU), and Jessica Mills (WSCC)
Zoom

Friday, February 28
12 pm – 12:50 pm
The Power of Collaborative Learning: How working together can help students to learn more effectively
Panel Discussion
Panelists: Leda Longwood, Jessica Rabb, Zach Mills, and Dr. Shane McCoy
Register for this panel discussion
Zoom Passcode: Spring2025

Mindset Resources

TBR is excited to announce the new Mindset Resource Repository! This repository provides resources, handouts, and templates that any course instructor can use to add mindset-supportive activities, language, and best practices to their course. All resources are based on research for promoting growth mindset, purpose & relevance, and sense of belonging on campus.

The repository can always be found through TBR’s Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning webpage, in the “Resource Repositories” section.  

All resources are ready to use and quick to implement! Explore the available materials and check back regularly for new additions.