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    Faculty Academy on Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL)

    About SoTL

    The SoTL Academy is a three-semester series of meetings and shared learning. These meetings will create community and provide structure to support faculty pursuing the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning. Academy members will participate in meetings from August 2021 through January 2023. By the end of the academy, participants will have designed and implemented a research project, and will be prepared for presentation or publication.

    The SoTL Academy is open to full-time faculty and teaching staff. The Academy will facilitate participants’:

    • exploration of current SoTL scholarship,
    • development of a research question and research techniques,
    • knowledge and application of the steps in a research project,
    • opportunity to learn from other practitioners, and plan for dissemination.

    The SoTL Academy will foster a common cultural dialogue of research-based teaching practices across campuses and academic domains. Participants will work together to refine research questions and methodologies. Participants will develop quantitative and/or qualitative measures to analyze pedagogical practices, leading to a better understanding of how to affect student success and well-being. SoTL’s implicit emphasis on the public sharing of results will support growing faculty dialogue about scholarly teaching and student engagement. The Academy will provide the University of North Georgia (UNG) faculty and teaching staff an opportunity for ongoing professional development and a growing community of fellow practitioners of SoTL, ultimately fostering excellence in research, teaching, and learning.

    The SoTL and HIP Academies occur on a rotating basis.

    Apply

    Deadline: Friday, July 30, 2021

    • Application for the SoTL Academy

    Application Documents

    1. Curriculum Vitae
      1. If you are part of a research group, apply as a single group. Upload one person’s CV to represent the group or upload all participants’ CVs as a single PDF
    2. Statement of interest should include the following:
      1. Statement of why you want to join this academy community and engage in a structured approach to learning about the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
      2. Description of a research topic/question you would like to develop/investigate over the course of this academy. What course/workshop/other educational situation will you use for this investigation?
      3. Description of your level of experience in SoTL or other educational research. Applicants without a background in SoTL are encouraged to apply.
      4. Explain how you would expect this academy to support your professional goals and contribute to knowledge in your department, college, and/or discipline.
      5. If you are part of a research group and plan to join together, please explain who is in the group and answer questions above as a single group. One person should apply and co-applicants can be listed on the electronic application form.

    Selection Process

    The Steering Committee will review faculty applications and select a cohort. Applicants will submit a CV highlighting their research and teaching history and a statement of interest including specific research topic(s) for a SoTL project.

    SoTL Faculty Calendar

    • 2021-2022 SoTL Academy
      Application Process Date
      2021-2022 Application May 14 - July 30, 2021
      Application deadline Friday,  July 30, 2021
      Notification Friday, August 6, 2021
      First Meeting (see calendar for time and place) Monday, September 13, 2021

      SoTL Faculty Academy Calendar 2021-2022

      Date/Time Topic Place

      Monday,
      September 13, 2021

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      Developing a Research Question, Introduction to IRB and CITI

      Zoom

      Monday,
      September 27, 2021

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      Identifying SoTL in Your Discipline and Conducting a Literature Review

      Zoom

      Monday,
      October 25, 2021

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Theoretical Foundations of SoTL and Refining a Research Question 

      Zoom

      Monday,
      November 29, 2021

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      General Principles of Study Design for SoTL 

      Zoom

      Monday,
      January 24, 2022

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      Collecting Qualitative and Mixed Methods Data

      Zoom

      2021-2022

       

      Monday, February 28, 2022

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      Collecting Quantitative and Mixed Methods Data 

      Zoom

      Monday, March 28, 2022

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

       Submitting the IRB

      Zoom

      Monday,
      April 25, 2022

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      Analyzing the Data 

       

      Zoom

      Monday,
      September 26, 2022

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      Welcome Back and Revisiting the Literature with Fresh Eyes 

       

      More details to come. 

      Monday,
      October 24, 2022

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      What are SoTL Conferences and Editors Looking For?

      More details to come. 

      Monday,
      November 28, 2022

      Noon - 1:00 p.m.

      Preparing Manuscripts for Presentation and Publication 

       

      More details to come. 

      January 2023

      SoTL Academy Celebration, Presentations 

      More details to come. 

    • 2018-2020 SoTL Academy
      Application Process Date
      2018-2020 Application August 1 - 21, 2018
      Application deadline August 21, 2018, noon
      Notification August 24, 2018
      First Meeting (see calendar for time and place) August 27, 2018

      SoTL Faculty Academy Calendar 2018-2020

      Date/Time Topic Place

      Monday,
      August 27, 2018

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Introduction to SoTL (Defining SoTL)

      For next session:

      1. Read Chapters 1-2 “Introduction” and “Reflecting on Teaching and Learning” in   Engaging in SoTL
      2. Read SoTL Article provided on eLearning site for this Academy
      3. Review Appendices A-D in Engaging in SoTL to become more familiar with journals and conferences where you might publish or present  your project. Highlight several that seem of interest for the kinds of questions in which you are interested.
      4. Look at IRB website to familiarize yourself with it.

      Video Teleconference

      CMG 246
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Nesbitt 5105
      OCN SRC 581

      Monday,
      September 24, 2018

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Discussion of SoTL Article and Developing a Research Question
      IRB and CITI training: Do you need to get certified?

      For next session:

      1. Read Chapter 3 “Introduction to the Steps of SoTL” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. From the Appendices A-D in Engaging in SoTL, look at the websites of at least two journals. Consider these questions as you evaluate whether you would use this journal in your research and consider publishing in it in the future: What is the mission and audience of that journal? Is it peer reviewed? Who’s on the board? What articles seem of interest? What keyword are associated with the articles?
      3. Post in eLearning a link and/or citation of two articles of interest.
        1. Explain why you find them of value or interest.
        2. What are the “steps” that the researchers took to conduct their research?

      DAH Dunlap 205
      GVL Nesbitt 3202
      OCN CLS 311

      Monday,
      October 22, 2018

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Refining Research Questions and Library Research for Identifying SoTL in Your Discipline
      Rebecca Rose, UNG SoTL Librarian

      Search strategies used to locate SoTL articles found by participants. Bring your questions.

      For next session:

      1. Read Chapter 4 “Generating a Research Idea” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. Do Worksheet from this Chapter

      Video Teleconference

      CMG 246
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Nesbitt 5105
      OCN SRC 564

      Monday,
      November 26, 2018

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      “Theoretical Foundations” of SoTL presentation by Hillary Steiner, Interim Associate Director for SoTL in the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning at Kennesaw State University.

      For next session:

      1. Read Chapter 5 “Designing the Study” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. Do Worksheet from this Chapter
      3. Look at the IRB website and see if you need to do CITI training

      Webinar
      GoToMeeting

      Monday,
      January 28, 2019

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Designing and Collecting Qualitative and Mixed Methods Data for Teaching and Learning
      - Becky Johnston, CTLL Assistant Director

      For next session:

      1. Read Chapter 6 “Collecting the Data” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. Do Worksheet from this Chapter.
      3. Prepare questions to ask for next session.
      4. Complete CITI training. See IRB website

      Video Teleconference

      CMG 246
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Nesbitt 5105
      OCN SRC 564

      Monday,
      February 25, 2019

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Designing and Collecting Quantitative Data for Teaching and Learning

      Be ready to meet with SoTL peers & mentors to present your research question and plan. Use Chapter 3’s “Creating Your SoTL Plan Worksheet” to help plan your overview.

      For next session:

      1. Read Chapter 7 “Analyzing the Data” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. Review the work that you did with your mentor and revise your project plan. Use Chapter 3’s “Creating Your SoTL Plan Worksheet” to do overview.
      3. Work on drafting IRB submission

       

      CMG 246
      DAH Dunlap 205
      GVL Nesbitt 3202
      OCN CLS 311

      Monday,
      March 25, 2019

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Refining Your Research Idea and Preparing to Submit Your IRB (Institutional Review Board)- IRB Chair

      For next session:

      1. Prepare to present your SoTL research plan: handout to share overview. Prepare to speak for @ 5 minutes and answer questions.
      2. Read Chapter 9 “Challenges and Solutions for Doing Research on Teaching and Learning” in Engaging in SoTL
      3. Submit IRB form for project

      Video Teleconference

      CMG 246
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Nesbitt 5105
      OCN SRC 564

      Monday,
      April 22, 2019

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Retreat: Sharing Research Plan and Celebration of HIP Academies

      Submit IRB prior to retreat. Bring handout & prepare to speak @ 5 minutes about project.

      CMG 246
      DAH Dunlap 205
      GVL Nesbitt 3202
      OCN CLS 311

      2019-2020

       

       

      Monday,
      August 26, 2019

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Next Steps: Status of IRB application and data collection

      Participants will share the status of their projects.

      For next session:

      1.  Square One: What is Research? by Gary Poole
      2. Principles of Good Practice by Peter Felton

      Video Teleconference

      CMG 246
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Nesbitt 5105
      OCN SRC 564

      Monday,
      September 23, 2019

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      The Uniqueness of SoTL Research and Principles of Good Practice

      Discussion of “Square One: What is Research?” by Gary Poole and “Principles of Good Practice” by Peter Felton

      For next session:

      1. Bring questions that are arising in your project

      Video Teleconference

      CMG 246
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Nesbitt 5105
      OCN SRC 564

      Monday,
      October 28, 2019

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      What is Going On? Chat with the Mentors about Successes, Challenges, and Questions
      Mentoring

      SoTL Peers and Mentors present and answer questions about your projects

      For next session:

      1. Reread Chapter 6 “Collecting the Data”and Chapter 7 “Analyzing the Data” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. Prepare list of questions you may have @ your project

      DAH Dunlap 205
      GVL Nesbitt 3202
      OCN CLS 311

      Monday,
      January 27, 2020

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Analyzing Data for Teaching and Learning Research

      SoTL Peers and Mentors discuss data analysis and answer questions

      For next session:

      1. Read Chapter 8: “Presenting and Publishing Your Results” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. Draft and bring an abstract for a conference or article and plan to share

      DAH Dunlap 205
      GVL Nesbitt 3202
      OCN CLS 311

      Monday,
      February 24, 2020

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      What Are SoTL Conference and Editors Looking For? A Review of the International, Multidisciplinary Landscape of SoTL 

      SoTL Peers and Mentors will share experiences and abstracts

      For Next Session:

      1. Review Chapter 9 “Challenges and Solutions for Doing Research on Teaching and Learning” in Engaging in SoTL
      2. Bring notes or first/partial draft of a presentation or article about project

      DAH Dunlap 205
      GVL Nesbitt 3202
      OCN CLS 311

      Monday,
      March 30, 2020

      12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

      Mentoring Session: Preparing your Manuscript for Presentation or Publication.

      SoTL Peers and Mentors share drafts and discuss experiences. Write Now Academy Leaders will provide insights into processes of writing and publications.

      CMG 161
      DAH Dunlap 211B
      GVL Nesbitt 3211
      OCN SRC 501
      Or may be remote.

      Friday, May 15, 2020

      10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

      Celebration SoTL Academy – all current & former SoTL invited

      SoTL Celebration Program (PDF)
      Webinar
      Please contact CTLL at ctll@ung.edu for webinar information.

    • 2016 - 2017 SoTL Academy
      Application Process Date
      2016-2017 Application August 24, 2016
      Application deadline September 7, 2016
      Notification September 16, 2016

      SoTL Faculty Academy Calendar 2016-2017

      Date Topic Place
      Saturday, October 1, 2016
      10 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
      Retreat and Kickoff Celebration: Introduction to SoTL DAH Barnes 216
      Wednesday, October 26, 2016
      12 - 1 p.m.

      Refining Research Questions and Library Research for Identifying SoTL in Your Discipline
      UNG SoTL Librarian: Rebecca Rose

      CMG 262
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Dunlap-Mathis 137
      OCN 564
      (No video-teleconference in Blue Ridge available)

      Wednesday, November 30, 2016
      12 - 1 p.m.
      Generate the Research Idea
      Preparing for Submitting Your IRB (Institutional Review Board)
      Doing CITI Training

      CMG 246
      DAH HNS 402
      GVL Dunlap-Mathis 137
      OCN 581
      (No video-teleconference in Blue Ridge available)

      Wednesday, January 25, 2017
      12 - 1 p.m.
      Designing and Collecting Quantitative Data for Teaching and Learning with
      Brad Bailey, SoTL Mentor

      CMG 262
      DAH Hansford 312
      GVL Dunlap-Mathis 137
      OCN 564
      (No video-teleconference in Blue Ridge available)

      Wednesday, February 22, 2017
      12 - 1 p.m.
      Analyzing Data for Teaching and Learning Research with 
      Ramjee Sharma, SoTL Mentor

      CMG 246
      DAH HNS 402
      GVL Dunlap-Mathis 137
      OCN Admin. 108
      (No video-teleconference in Blue Ridge available)

      Wednesday, March 29, 2017
      12 - 1 p.m.

      Designing and Collecting Qualitative and Mixed Methods Data for Teaching and Learning
      Becky Johnston, CTLL Assistant Director

      CMG 246
      DAH HNS 402
      GVL Dunlap-Mathis 137
      OCN 581
      (No video-teleconference in Blue Ridge available)

      Friday, April 28, 2017
      12 p.m. - 3 p.m.
      Retreat: Preparing for External Dissemination and Celebration of HIP Academies GVL Nesbitt 3110

    SoTL Faculty Academy Outcomes

    Participants will:

    1. Attend sessions and mentoring for deep learning on SoTL, implementation of a SoTL project, and dissemination of findings
    2. Interact with SoTL scholars
    3. Explore current scholarship and cultivate an awareness of latest developments in the field
    4. Become familiar with common design practices
    5. Choose an appropriate pedagogical practice to measure for course outcomes
    6. Disseminate design and results in professional circles

    SoTL Faculty Academy Leadership

    Director

    • Rebecca Johnston

    SoTL Librarian

    • Rebecca Rose

    Campus Leaders

    • Dahlonega: Rebecca Johnston
    • Gainesville: Carl Ohrenberg
    • Cumming: Lori Furbush
    • Oconee: Courtney Ferriter
    • Blue Ridge: Nathan Price

    Mentors

    • Statistics:
      • Brad Bailey, Department of Mathematics
      • Ramjee Sharma, Department of Mathematics
    • Research Design:
      • Abby Meyer, Department of Psychological Science
      • Efren Velazquez, Department of Psychological Science
      • Ralph Hale, Department of Psychological Science
    • Education Research:
      • Katherine Adams, Social Foundations and Education Leadership
      • Michael Landford, Social Foundations and Education Leadership

    Speakers

    • Hillary Steiner, Kennesaw State University
    • Troy Smith, Department of Psychological Science
    • Shelley Aikman, Department of Psychological Science

    Drs. Mary Carney and Laura Ng wrote a grant (Presidential Innovation Award) that partially funded the pilot of this academy in 2014. CTLL is thankful for their founding contributions. 

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