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An exploration of professional development related topics by and for faculty at Mt. San Antonio College. A frequent theme of the podcast is improving the success of students from designated campus equity populations.

 

 

 

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Giving Students Parachutes and Ladders and Turning Researchers into Teachers: Meet the DEST Team EPISODE 13

May 28, 2018

We took some time to connect with the Mt. SAC Developmental Education Study Team, or DEST, to learn about the philosophy and activities of this high-impact community of educators. 
 
To find the full transcript for this episode, click here.
 
Run time: 20min...

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Inspired Teaching Conference with David Middlebrook: For Whom the Book Scrolls EPISODE 12

May 21, 2018

A visit to the 2018 Inspired Teaching Conference where we learn about a new technique for helping your students - and possibly yourself - better understand course textbooks. 

To find the full transcript for this episode, click here.

Run time: 40min 11sec

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Colson Whitehead’s Visit and Leading for Equity EPISODE 11

May 14, 2018

A jam-packed episode that includes a “Leading for Equity” pre-lecture talk, a performance by the national championship Mt. SAC forensics team, discussion about supporting equity in an era of guided pathways, and a few moments with Colson Whitehead himself.

**Language advisory: sensitive language used in...

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The Real and Fictional History of Colson Whitehead's Underground Railroad with Kim Earhart EPISODE 10

May 7, 2018

History Professor Kim Earhart offers insight into the mingling of fact and fiction in Whitehead's award-winning book, and ways in which our work with students might be influenced by this remarkable text. 

To find the full transcript for this episode, click here.

Run time: 24min 35sec

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