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GIFTThe Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning
Enhance professional skillsInterdisciplinary collaborationProfessional growth opportunitiesInnovative approaches to teaching and learning
Winter Institute 2013
5 slides -- 1 minute each 5 dynamic minutes of teaching ideas
Sal Buffo -- Collaborative Learning and Mind Mapping
Todd Conaway --Grading: the true means of measurement
Brandelyn Dillaway --Addressing Difficult Concepts:Assumptions, Facts, Conclusions
Mark Woosley --Modes of assessment through the interview process
Guest SpeakersEducators from other institutions initiating
stimulating dialogue about innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
In the fall and spring semesters:
GIFT Fellowship Award for Teaching Excellence
The following instructors have been nominated as people who go above
and beyond in the classroom and have been nominated by their students,
community members and colleagues.
2013-2014
GIFT Fellowship Award for Teaching Excellence
2013 Recipient: TOM GERCZYNSKI
2013-2014
“Tom has the skill to nourish the student’s innate artistic ability via effective guidelines without imposing his own aesthetic. He is a one of a kind instructor that will be missed by many.”
We wish Tom all the best as he moves on to retirement!
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
CATHY MCCOY“Glad to have such an understanding teacher.”
ELLEN SAVOINIEllen inspires students with personal experience and research.
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
RICH LECLAIR“Our goal is your success.”
CURTIS KLEINMAN“His classes are unique and informative in a way that makes me look forward to class everyday!”
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
KEN OTTINGER“Ken informs, inspires and helps his students in any way he can.”
ABRAHAM FEINBERG“He truly cares about his students and this subject, and that is great.”
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
STEVE ROLLIN“He has a passion for helping people, in the classroom and the EMS field, demonstrating quality values and morals.”
DR. MICHAEL BRADBURN-RUSTER“An amazing teacher because he not only sees you as a student but an individual as well.”
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
JULIE HAUGHTONJulie has been described as a person with grace under pressure, consistency and reliability.
JUSTIN BRERETON“He really encourages students to take what they learn and apply it outside of school and in their community.”
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
KARA GIANNETTOKara is inspiring, upbeat, down to earth. People are drawn to her sincerity and openness.
LARAINE HERRINGLaraine challenges everyone to do their very best while keeping her materials fresh and relevant.
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
JOANNE OELLERS“Her tests were challenging, but she spent time preparing us and gave us all the tools we needed for success.”
DAVE GORMAN
“Mr. Gorman shows how mathematics apply to everyday real world experiences. What a wonderful gif to have him as an instructor!”
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
GAIL SPIVEY“When our clinicals came around we were able to reach out to her for concerns, questions, and overall counseling. She is a kind, sweet and caring woman.”
SUSAN DE’AK
“She is an excellent role model for the profession she teaches and she inspires her students to be excellent too.”
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
LEANNE LAWHEAD“Leanne truly cares about her students and their success.”
SHERYL PINE
“Sheryl is a picture of dedication-Always available to assist students in the learning process with great guidance, encouragement and professionalism.”
2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES
MATT PEARCY“He made learning an enjoyable experience and was never too busy to help.”
TOM GERCZYNSKI“Tom has the skill to nourish the student’s innate artistic ability via effective guidelines without imposing his own aesthetic. He is a one of a kind instructor that will be missed by many when he retires.”
2013-2014
SAVE THE DATE!Welcome Back Breakfast on Employee Day for all faculty
August 12, 8:30am
in the Susan B. Webb Community Room
(19-147)
