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FEBRUARY 2015 - IN THIS ISSUE:
The MSU Global innovation process is brought to life in this graphic by Therese Randall Brimmer, who created it from a concept sketched by our executive director, Dr. Christine Geith.
OUTCOMES WITHIN OUR REACH
UPDATE ON HIGH IMPACT LEARNING ASSESSMENTS

 

 

MSU Global's assessment specialist, Bill Heinrich, offers this update on how we work with instructors (credit or non-credit) to holistically assess high-impact educational practices, using reflective activities for students, for more of the potential outcomes available, adding value for students, instructors/programmers, and the organizational unit.

 

He covers methods, assessment, results, and next steps.

 

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MSU TEACHING & LEARNING INNOVATION SHOWCASE
RSVP NOW TO HOLD YOUR SPOT FOR THIS EVENT!
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WHEN: Tuesday, March 24, 2015, from 3:30 - 5 pm
WHERE: MSU Global Innovation Space (301 Nisbet)

MSU Global, IT Services Teaching and Learning and The Informal Learning Network - MSU are teaming up to showcase some of the most innovative teaching and learning projects at MSU. 

 

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Join us for an immersive exchange of ideas about the most cutting edge approaches, pedagogy, and uses of technology and engagement being employed by MSU faculty in their learning projects. This showcase will use a speed-dating style format to expose participants to a variety of exciting new practices that can inform their own teaching and learning activities.  

 

Confirmed presenters include:

Dr. Rabindra Ratan, College of Communication Arts & Sciences, on virtual reality (Oculus Rift and Minecraft)

Dr. Jeno Rivera, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, on the Bailey Scholars Program

Terence O'Neill, entrepreneurship librarian, on Make@State, the MSU Library Makers Space

Geoffrey Recktenwald, College of Engineering, on his ME 361 course

 

Stay tuned for info on additional presenters!
UPCOMING EVENTS
New events have been added the MSU Global calendar for spring and summer 2015. Make sure to check back often!
GLOBAL EDUCATION CERTIFICATE: NEW PROJECT & INNOVATION FELLOWS
Dr. Dirkx

 

We are pleased to announce the addition of a new project and two MSU Global Faculty Innovation Fellows to our 2015-2016 cohort!

 

GLOBAL EDUCATION CERTIFICATE

College of Education

 

Dr. John Dirkx, Professor in the Department of Educational Administration

 

Dr. David Wong, Associate Professor in

Dr. Wong

Department of Counseling, EducationalPsychology and Special Education

 

 

Dr. Wong and Dr. Dirkx will be working with MSU Global to explore audiences and designs for a potential global education certificate using experiential learning models. 
BECOME A FACULTY INNOVATION FELLOW

MSU Global Innovation Fellows are at the leading edge of their field, generating research and new revenue with learning and knowledge innovations. We are now accepting applications for Fall 2015. Up to three faculty, or faculty teams, will be selected. 

The deadline for applications is March 31, 2015. Faculty will be notified no later than May 5, 2015.

Applicants may focus on the broader concepts of their proposed project, understanding that MSU Global will help them shape and develop those ideas.

The Innovation Fellows program fosters new, multi-disciplinary thinking resulting in research, revenue and reputation growth through learning and knowledge innovations. Fellows receive "wrap around" support from the MSU Global team that includes planning, production, marketing, and impact analysis. Fellows may also receive coverage for some direct costs of their initiative. At this time, stipends are not available for faculty time.
MEET THE STUDENTS LENDING THEIR TALENTS TO MSU GLOBAL
Here at MSU Global, we're extremely grateful for our student employees. Through a wide variety of fast-paced, innovative projects and events,  MSU Global offers them an exciting, hands-on pre-professional learning experience. In return, they bring valuable fresh perspectives, enthusiasm, and skills to the table. We'd like to introduce you to our current student employees and invite you to join us in thanking them for their hard work!
Michelai Graham, Multimedia Assistant
Michelai helps MSU Global manage and create our multimedia assets.

 

She shoots great footage at many of our events and also helps edit existing photos and videos.

 

Michelai is a junior studying journalism.


Lauren Lahrman, Communications & Media Assistant
Lauren often uses her skills to help on the production end of MSU Global's digital offerings.

She's a co-creator on our digital storytelling MOOClet, Plan, Produce, Share: Telling A Better Research Story.

 

Lauren is a junior in advertising.

Stephanie McGavin, Communications Assistant
Stephanie lends her talents to MSU Global 

by contributing to our newsletter and social media efforts, interviewing our Creative Fellows, and taking on transcription projects.

 

She is a junior in journalism.
Dilkhaz Mizori, Office Assistant
Dilkhaz plays a role in making sure that MSU Global events run smoothly.

 

She helps with event set-up, clean-up, and preparation, as well as clerical tasks around the office.

 

Dilkhaz is a sophomore in Pre-nursing.
MSU Global is a Michigan State University innovation and strategy unit in the Office of the Provost and the Graduate School that assists faculty in creating, facilitating, and implementing impactful projects that lead to new research and funding opportunities and enhance the reputation of the university community.