Generation Z in the Classroom
David Kneip
Friday, Nov 1
11:30 - 1 pm.
The Classroom

Cultural observers like to note differences between “generations.” Our current students are part of the emerging group known as “Generation Z,” and while it is presumptive to make overarching generalizations, there are some factors that tie this group together. The Chronicle of Higher Education recently released a report on this group from Jeffrey J. Selingo, a New-York-Times-bestselling author on higher education who also teaches at Georgia Tech. This report on Gen Z’s characteristics includes discussions of the implications on pedagogy, recruitment and campus life. In this session, we’ll review report highlights and consider its direct relevance for faculty.

Zotero is a free, easy-to-use tool for collecting, organizing, citing, and sharing research in APA, MLA, Chicago and several other citation styles. Bring your laptop and join us as Dr. Andrew Huddleston shares how to use this helpful tool.

Our nation is becoming increasingly polarized and combative, yet our call as Christians is to embody the love of Jesus in all we do. This includes how we teach. Join us as Beth and Sarah share ways that their commitment to nuance and civility offers insights into making sure our classrooms are places of hospitality and welcome.

Attorneys Beth Silvers and Sarah Stewart Holland are the co-hosts of the podcast Pantsuit Politics and co-authors of the book I Think You're Wrong (but I'm Listening): A Guide to Grace-filled Political Conversation.

Beth and Sarah will be recording a Pantsuit Politics Session. There will be a time of Q and A after the recording. This session is open to the public.

The more we understand how people learn, the more effective classroom teachers we become. Drawing on research in a number of fields, Joshua R. Eyler identifies five broad themes running through recent scientific inquiry—curiosity, sociality, emotion, authenticity, and failure— discussing each one and providing practical takeaways. Join us for this reading group as we place theoretical insight in dialogue with classroom experience to help us improve as teachers.

Join Tyson Alexander, Director of the Counseling Center, and Lauren Boyles, Assistant Director of Student Advocacy, for a conversation around ways to guide and support students as the end of the semester approaches. We will provide some tips for handling stress and look forward to collaborating with faculty around proactive solutions together.