Get HIP! Series: Fall 2024 - Faculty Commons

Program Description and Goals

A series focused on high impact practices, a pedagogical approach that engages students and is proven to increase retention, so that our students are more likely to graduate. This approach is also fun and rewarding for faculty!

Program Goals

To integrate high-impact practices into general education courses to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
To provide faculty with the necessary support and resources to effectively implement HIPs.
To systematically evaluate the impact of HIPs on student success and identify effective practices for future improvement.

Meeting Locations, Dates, and Times

September 10	*HIPs Information Session* Join us for the Get HIP! series kickoff information session to learn about evidence-based pedagogical high-impact practices proven to enhance student engagement, retention, and learning outcomes in higher ed. Led by Seth Johnson, Assoc. Dean/Distinguished Professor, CAHS 208 Self Hall 2:30-3:30
October 3	*HIPster Panel* In this lunch and learn session, our HIPster Panel will discuss practical strategies to engage students through experiential learning. The session will begin with an overview of Kolb’s Learning Model, followed by a panel discussion sharing insights on hands-on teaching strategies, including assignment design, reflection integration, and application of skills. Attendees will learn about the 8 elements of High-Impact Practices (HIPs) and gain practical tips and resources to elevate teaching. Led by HIPster Panelists: Dr. Diane Best (Department Chair and Assistant Professor of Hospitality/Culinary Services) Dr. Lori Hensley (Department Chair and Professor of Biology) Dr. Lance Ingwersen (Associate Professor of Latin American History) The Gamecock Dining Room at the New Cafeteria 11:30-1:00 Lunch Session
October 22	*Learning Through Reflection* A key stage in high impact practices is the student’s reflection on the experiential learning. This session will provide best practices for engaging students in reflection that leads to transformative learning. Led by Dr. Staci Stone, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs 208 Self Hall 2:30-3:30
November 5	*JAXperiental Learning: The Student Face of HIPs* This session will explore the definition of experiential learning (EL) and the various ways Jax State students are actively engaged in these learning environments, including the future of EL, what EL opportunities exist at JSU, and how EL integrates into HIPs. Led by Dr. Laura Pitts, Assistant Professor, Literature Librarian 208, Self Hall 2:00-3:00

During regular business hours, you will receive a calendar invite sent to your JSU Outlook email within two hours of registering for an event. Once you accept the invite, the event information will appear on your Microsoft Outlook Calendar. Calendar invites are manually updated by Brandy Roberts, so if you do not receive yours, please contact Brandy Roberts at broberts@jsu.edu for assistance.

While Faculty Commons encourages registration for On-Site Writing meetings, it is not a requirement to pre-register to attend meetings.