This is our first "Flash POD" (like a flash mob, but more fun). These are shorter episodes (10-20 minutes) that will give you quick content and application ideas when you're short on time.

In this episode, Dr. Bryan Altman helps us understand Self-Directed Learning and how it applies to teaching college students.

Link from the episode:

https://www.sdlglobal.com

Link from Megan for open-access resources so you can self-direct your own learning about SDL: https://books.aosis.co.za/index.php/ob/catalog/series/sdl

Dr. Carrie Kracl shares practical descriptions of behaviorism, constructivism, and cognitive learning theories that can help all of us consider how we are planning for learning in our classes.

Links to articles she mentions in the episode:

Kracl, C. L. & Harshbarger, D.K. (2017). Ask the Right Question: Using Literature and Higher Level Thinking Questions to Enhance Science Instruction. Science and Children, 54 (9), 78-82. www.nsta.org

Kracl, C.L. (2012). Review or true? Using Higher-level Thinking Questions in Social Studies Instruction. The Social Studies, 103(2), 57-60

Welcome to the POD! In this episode we talk about the five principles of Knowles' Adult Learning Theory and consider how each connects to teaching in higher education settings.