“Social Practice with Data - Integrated Curricular Materials for Data Science” Renata Barreto, Andrew Bray (Statistics), Cathryn Carson (History), Ari Edmundson (Data Science Undergraduate Studies), David Harding (Sociology) Cohort 2021-2022
This project collaboratively develops interdisciplinary Data Science course materials that use real-world practice to knit together human, contextual, and ethical (HCE) learning with computational and inferential learning. Our course materials help students move through rigorous multidimensional analyses of compelling, socially...
“Scaffolded Learning for Code Writing Exercises” Michael Ball, Akshit Dewan, Pamela Fox, Tommy Joseph, Anirudh Kothapalli, Roy Zhou (Electrical Engineering & Computer Sciences) Cohort 2021-2022
CS61A is the first required class in the CS major at Berkeley, and students often have a hard time coming up with a correct solution for the code writing exercises. To scaffold the learning journey and help students be more successful in code writing, we integrated Faded Parsons Problems into the labs and homework this semester. Faded Parsons Problems give students a way to...
“Enhancing Equity in Molecular & Cellular Physiology by Enriching Upper-Division Courses with Active Learning & Low-Stakes Assessments” Madeline Arnold, Diana Bautista, Polina Lishko, Ellen Lumpkin, Danielle Spitzer (Molecular Cell Biology) Cohort 2021-2022
The goal of this project is to overhaul the design of two, upper-division MCB courses in order to close the learning gap between students from historically underrepresented and majority groups in STEM, and to benefit all students by increasing science identity and sense of belonging. The Fellows worked to develop...
“Activating History of Art Teaching: Bringing Connect, Capstone, and other Student Research Experiences into the Curriculum” Whitney Davis, Jun Hu, Anneka Lenssen, Sugata Ray (History of Art) Cohort 2021-2022
The fellows worked to develop and test curricular pathways within the History of Art department meant to more immediately bring intending majors and transfer students into a learning community based upon sharable research questions and transferable skills. We focused on the goals of 1) strengthen student opportunities to understand the scope of the field and acquire...
In this project, students engage with a cross-disciplinary website offering activities and exercises that connect course readings to real-world issues like racism, gender inequality, and Islamophobia. The resource aims to develop critical thinking, research, and writing skills while fostering peer interaction and a commitment to social justice, equity, and inclusion. Author: Srijani Ghosh, Lecturer in Theater Dance and Performance Studies Grant Type:...
In this project, students in a communications course for engineers engage in peer mentoring to support diverse writing abilities. An eight-week mentor training program and ongoing support will be provided, with materials and syllabi developed to guide and mobilize peer mentors throughout the year.Authors: Margaret Kolb & Mark Bauer, Lecturers in College of Engineering Grant Type:Lecturer Teaching Fellows Program (LTF)...
In this project, students and instructors engage in interdisciplinary learning and research on climate change through a newly developed platform. The platform includes dedicated library resources, online databases, and periodic conferences to facilitate knowledge-sharing and collaboration across disciplines, filling the gap in climate education for undergraduate students.Author: Amm Quamruzzaman, Lecturer in Interdisciplinary Studies Field Grant Type:...
In this project, students engage with hybrid museum assignments that combine in-person and online experiences. These assignments, developed during remote instruction, offer inclusive alternatives for History of Art students, allowing them to explore global collections virtually when in-person visits are not possible.Author: Ivy Mills, Lecturer in History of Art Grant Type:Lecturer Teaching Fellows Program (LTF)...
In this project, students engage in collaborative learning within hybrid classrooms, focusing on activities and assignments that promote cooperation and community. The framework provides practical advice for designing group work in first-year writing or introductory courses, emphasizing student-centered learning. Author: Lindsey Lanfersieck, Lecturer in College Writing Programs Grant Type:Lecturer Teaching Fellows Program (LTF) ...
In this project, students learn and apply strategies for promoting "Language Solidarity" to combat language discrimination, both in public spaces and online, while exploring the broader concept of language justice.Authors: Jhonni Carr & Román Luján, Lecturers in Spanish & Portuguese Department Grant Type:Lecturer Teaching Fellows Program (LTF) Project Details: "...
