Workshop 1: Universal Threads in All Learning: Technology-Enhanced Learning

Presenter Information

Todd Zakrajsek Ph.D., University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Location

Regions, Burks American Heritage

Start Date

2-16-2022 10:00 AM

End Date

2-16-2022 12:00 PM

Description

In this workshop we will look at key educational concepts that serve as a foundation for all human learning in any context. We will then turn our attention to educational technology and note how effective educational technology solutions support those universal threads found in all learning. The focus of this workshop will be to engage with the material and to find solutions that can be implemented right away.

About the Author

Todd D. Zakrajsek, PHD, is an associate professor in the Department of Family Medicine at UNC - Chapel Hill and President of the International Teaching Learning Cooperative. Todd was a tenured associate professor of psychology and built faculty development efforts at three universities before joining UNC. At UNC, Todd provides resources for faculty on various topics related to teaching/learning, leadership, and scholarly activity. Todd has served on many educationally related boards and work groups, including The Journal of Excellence in College Teaching, International Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning, College Teaching, and Education in the Health Professions. Todd has consulted with organizations such as The American Council on Education (ACE), Lenovo Computer, Microsoft, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. He has delivered keynote addresses and campus workshops at over 300 conferences and university campuses. Todd’s recently co-authored books include Advancing Online Teaching (2021); The New Science of Learning (2nd Ed) (2019); Dynamic Lecturing (2017); and Teaching for Learning (2015). Follow and connect with Todd on Twitter @toddzakrajsek and LinkedIn.