Conversations in STEM Education presented by SEIRI
Conversations in STEM Education is a monthly series featuring Faculty Associates at the STEM Education Innovation and Research Institute (SEIRI). During the conversations, SEIRI Faculty Associates discuss their STEM education scholarship and how it has contributed to their own growth and advancement of the field.
Conversations in STEM Education presented by SEIRI
s03e02: From Classroom to Administration: Evidence, Innovation, and the Journey of a Science Educator Featuring John DiTusa
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In this conversation, Dean John DiTusa will reflect on his evolution as a science educator, from early encounters with conceptual physics instruction and evidence-based teaching methods to his current role leading the School of Science. He will discuss how mentorship, retreats, and emergent tools transformed his classroom practice during his years as a physics instructor. He will also explore how his move into administration shifted his focus toward data, faculty development, and building programs that foster widespread adoption of effective teaching.