Teaching with Technology 2025 Week Three- Innovative Teaching Practices for Today’s Classroom
Theme: Innovative Teaching Strategies for Engaging Today’s Learners
Week Three brings a dynamic lineup of sessions focused on enhancing student engagement through forward-thinking, student-centered teaching practices. This week’s offerings highlight ways to connect with today’s learners using real-world applications, media tools, and technology-driven strategies.
Session 1: Reaching Gen Z: Active Learning and Tech Tools for Today’s Students
Facilitator: Kristine Pruett
Generation Z learners are digital natives with high expectations for interactivity. In this practical session, explore key Gen Z traits, discover active learning strategies that foster critical thinking, and try out simple tech tools that can enhance instruction in any teaching modality. You’ll leave with ready-to-use ideas and a chance to reflect on adapting one of your own activities.
Session 2: Podcasting and Pedagogy
Facilitator: Andy Wilczak
Learn how podcasting can be a powerful teaching and mentorship tool. Drawing from his experience leading Colonels on Crime, a student-driven sociological podcast hosted by WCLH, Andy will share insights on integrating podcasting into course design, building student voice, and encouraging creative projects that extend beyond the classroom.
Session 3: Taking a Problem-Based Learning Approach to Teaching Quantitative Analysis
Facilitator: Kathryn Spiegel
Explore how a 12-week online Quantitative Analysis course uses a progressively complex case study to promote deeper learning. Students engage in critical thinking as they analyze statistical data and present findings not only by statistical significance but also by clinical and practical implications. Learn how to design similarly engaging learning experiences in your own courses.
Get full details and register for sessions on the TWT website.
Earn the TWT 2025 Attendee Badge by attending at least three complete sessions during the event.
Have questions? Reach out to the Office of Technology for Teaching and Learning at ottl@wilkes.edu