3DL4US Podcast
Paul Nelson
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Join us as we explore the experiences and insights of the people working to improve the outcomes of their students as they make the transition to college, using three-dimensional learning for undergraduate science (3DL4US) as a language and framework to transform individual assessment items, the broader culture of STEM higher ed, and everything in between.
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Apr 26, 2021
Ep 15. Lynmarie Posey: Navigating the Institution
In our Season 1 finale, we go extra hard on metaphors and cliches, turning 3DL into a used car and asking out loud what Culture eats for breakfast. Lucky for you, Lynmarie Posey is here to keep us grounded (or afloat?). She has been friends with 3DL through thick and thin, and knows things that only a close confidante can know. Listen in on some secrets!
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Apr 1, 2021
Ep 14. Ryan Sweeder: 3DL and Student Success
Michigan State's own Ryan Sweeder joins the fray, to discuss metaphorical mountain climbing, literal mushroom foraging, and hypothetical Jeopardy! appearances. Paul sheepishly asks the hard questions that have gone unanswered so far about 3DL's role in improving student experiences and outcomes. Ryan takes it all in stride and pretends not to notice when Becky starts speaking in "blah blah blah".
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Mar 25, 2021
Ep 13. Erin Duffy: The Role of TAs in 3DL
Hey, let's be honest. Productively engaging students in three-dimensional learning is a labor-intensive endeavor, whether we're talking about lectures, labs, or discussion sections. We need a booster shot, and Erin Duffy has the medicine! It starts with sipping some acronym soup and ends with fending off zombies from the local McDonald's. You know the drill.
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Mar 15, 2021
Ep 12. Justin Carmel: What About Labs?
Justin brings glow sticks to the 3DL party just before his office dramatically breaks off into the Atlantic. Don't worry, he's got a backup plan. If you are looking for a discussion of friendly Labrador Retrievers, you might be disappointed (but you never know). If you are into hearing about laboratory-based science courses, you've hit the jackpot!
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Mar 14, 2021
Ep 11. Becky Matz: Supports and Barriers
Everything gets confusing when the co-host tries to interview herself! Becky manages to deflect most of the questions thrown her way, but she does shed light on creepy research methods and some of the ways 3DL is perceived by instructors. She also proposes a "work-work" balance (Paul cues Hamilton) as a way to think about staying creative in science.
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Mar 8, 2021
Ep 10. Debbie Herrington: Connecting to K-12
Debbie gracefully navigates Paul's obvious reliance on the internet to inform his understanding of Canada, chemistry, and cottage country. In between, she provides thoughtful perspectives on engaging in scientific teaching with 8 year-olds, high schoolers, college students, and full-blown grown ups.
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Mar 8, 2021
Ep 9. Cori Fata-Hartley: 3DL Faculty Development
Question: If this 3DL thing is so great, how do we get it in front of more students? Answer: Well, you'll have to listen! Cori shares a generous sliver of her experience cake with designing and facilitating visits for curious faculty into the underbelly of 3DL. Free ketchup sandwiches, on the house.
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Mar 4, 2021
Ep 8. Diane Ebert-May: Bringing Your Friends Along for the Ride
Sharks, beer, (3DL), and lichens all make cameos during Diane's visit to the show! We bust out the old slide projector - at least in my head - to see Diane hiking up mountains to visit her alpine tundra plants and calling her friend in the middle of teaching a 400-student class (yes, on a land line) to get some "just in time" feedback.
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Feb 25, 2021
Ep 5. Sonia Underwood: 3DL in Chemistry
Sonia joins us from the beach to talk 3DL! Along the way, we go to a hypothetical cocktail party, and there is some kind of awkward dating game where Becky and Sonia are the surprise contestants.
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Feb 25, 2021
Ep 6. Jon Stoltzfus: 3DL in Biology
Jon "Squirrel" Stoltzfus gives us a few glimpses of his own high-flying (and climbing) college years before politely laying down the law on what counts as a scientific model. Jon also shocks the world when he confesses that he enjoys writing assessment questions.
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Feb 25, 2021
Ep 7. Danny Caballero: Beyond Intro Courses
Not even the cries of his neglected dog can stop Danny "The Stranger" Caballero from colorfully narrating the bumpy history of science education and his own path to pushing its boundaries today. Student engagement in science practices as "playing in a sandbox" is the metaphor du jour. And you don't even need to get sprayed down before you come back into the house!
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Feb 7, 2021
Ep 4. Stuart Tessmer: 3DL in Physics
Stuart describes physics as "juicy" and seems a little closed-minded about giraffes as modes of transportation. Stuart and Paul also bat around implications for easing in to 3DL transformation versus going whole-hog.
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Feb 6, 2021
Ep 3. Ryan Stowe: Before you start...
Ryan Stowe agrees that he is a little like a box of raisins, then whips up some decadent brain food for people out there considering what it might look like to take the flying 3DL leap in their world. Wait, is it a flying leap or a baby step? There is a non-zero chance your answer lies in this episode.
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Feb 5, 2021
Ep 2. J.T. Laverty: What does 3DL look like?
A visit from one of the 3DL masterminds, J. T. Laverty, is made more or less confusing when Becky Matz drops in to co-host or sidekick. It all depends on your perspective.
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Feb 4, 2021
Ep 1. Melanie Cooper: What is 3DL? Why should we care?
Melanie Cooper is our inaugural guest! She spreads the joy of three-dimensional learning, connects some of its moving parts, and mesmerizes us with her John Lennon quotes. Paul proposes a role for the cast of Hamilton in explaining 3DL.
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