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GIFT The Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning . Enhance professional skills I nterdisciplinary collaboration Professional growth opportunities I nnovative approaches to teaching and learning. Winter Institute 2013. 5 slides -- 1 minute each . 5 dynamic minutes of teaching ideas .
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GIFTThe Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning Enhance professional skills Interdisciplinary collaboration Professional growth opportunities Innovative approaches to teaching and learning
Winter Institute 2013 5 slides -- 1 minute each 5 dynamic minutes of teaching ideas
Todd Conaway -- Grading: the true means of measurement Sal Buffo -- Collaborative Learning and Mind Mapping
Brandelyn Dillaway -- Addressing Difficult Concepts: Assumptions, Facts, Conclusions Mark Woosley -- Modes of assessment through the interview process
In the fall and spring semesters: Guest Speakers Educators from other institutions initiating stimulating dialogue about innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
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 “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! 2013 Recipient: TOM GERCZYNSKI 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES CATHY MCCOY ELLEN SAVOINI Ellen inspires students with personal experience and research. “Glad to have such an understanding teacher.” 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES RICH LECLAIR CURTIS KLEINMAN “His classes are unique and informative in a way that makes me look forward to class everyday!” “Our goal is your success.” 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES KEN OTTINGER ABRAHAM FEINBERG “He truly cares about his students and this subject, and that is great.” “Ken informs, inspires and helps his students in any way he can.” 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES STEVE ROLLIN DR. MICHAEL BRADBURN-RUSTER “An amazing teacher because he not only sees you as a student but an individual as well.” “He has a passion for helping people, in the classroom and the EMS field, demonstrating quality values and morals.” 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES JULIE HAUGHTON JUSTIN BRERETON “He really encourages students to take what they learn and apply it outside of school and in their community.” Julie has been described as a person with grace under pressure, consistency and reliability. 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES KARA GIANNETTO LARAINE HERRING Laraine challenges everyone to do their very best while keeping her materials fresh and relevant. Kara is inspiring, upbeat, down to earth. People are drawn to her sincerity and openness. 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES JOANNE OELLERS DAVE GORMAN “Mr. Gorman shows how mathematics apply to everyday real world experiences. What a wonderful gif to have him as an instructor!” “Her tests were challenging, but she spent time preparing us and gave us all the tools we needed for success.” 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES GAIL SPIVEY SUSAN DE’AK “She is an excellent role model for the profession she teaches and she inspires her students to be excellent too.” “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.” 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES LEANNE LAWHEAD SHERYL PINE “Sheryl is a picture of dedication-Always available to assist students in the learning process with great guidance, encouragement and professionalism.” “Leanne truly cares about her students and their success.” 2013-2014
GIFT FELLOWSHIP AWARD FORTEACHING EXCELLENCE NOMINEES MATT PEARCY 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.” “He made learning an enjoyable experience and was never too busy to help.” 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)
Interested in joining the GIFT COMMITTEE ?? Contact Jason Whitesitt jason.whitesitt@yc.edu