Department Curriculum Committee (DCC)
During the Spring 2025 semester, I was a member of the Department Curriculum Committee (DCC) for the Department of Social Work at Middle Tennessee State University. The DCC is responsible for maintaining a curriculum that aligns with the Council on Social Work Education’s accreditation standards.
Professional Development: Enhancing Student Engagement
POGIL Workshop
Feb. 2025 - POGIL Workshop Participation
(Process Oriented Guided Inquiry Learning) workshop focuses on student-centered, inquiry-based teaching strategies that enhance critical thinking and collaboration. By integrating structured group work and active learning techniques, POGIL fosters deeper engagement and comprehension.
LT/ITC - MTSU
Nov. 2024 - Learning, Teaching, and Innovative Technologies Center: Participated in the "New Faculty Learning (NFL)" lecture series focused on Backward Design. Collaborated with the center's team to enhance and develop engaging online course offerings.
MT Engage - MTSU
MT Engage - MTSU
Sep. 2024 - MT Engage: Promotes a culture of engaged learning by supporting students' development as integrative and reflective thinkers. Completed Part 1 of training to adapt courses to meet MT Engage requirements and applied for advanced training scheduled for summer 2025.