Airwaves and Educators Podcast

Making the move from clinical practice into the world of academia can be daunting, difficult, and downright intimidating. Shaun and Janelle discuss common challenges for new faculty members as well as the complexities and responsibilities that can occur in this new environment.

Janelle and Shaun discuss strategies for achieving success and overcoming some of the challenges facing new educators upon transitioning into academia. 

Adrian welcomes special guest Dr. Tim Wood, Director of the Center for Academic and Professional Enhancement at Western University in Pomona, CA to discuss Evidence Based Teaching and "real world" applications in the classroom.

Kris discusses the 12 Rules of Academia, written by Robert Sternberg, Professor of Human Development at Cornell with over 40 years experience in higher education. This episode offers great advice for educators at any career stage.

Shaun, Janelle, Kris, and Adrian share their insights on team building activities, resources for self-identifying your personality and strengths, and incorporating reflective practice into your role as an educator.

Kris welcomes special guest Rachel DeWitt, MS PA-C, Assistant Professor at the University of Detroit Mercy PA Program to discuss all things Active Learning. They discuss her recent article in the Journal of PA Education about "Preparing for Active Learning in the Didactic Classroom".

Janelle and Shaun discuss the recent AAPA 2019 conference in Denver through the lens of a medical educator. In considering educational theory, what presentations were intriguing, what could be improved, and what is that one topic we want to see delivered for next year. 

In this Aiwaves & Educators episode, co-host Adrian and guest Arrianna Planney, PhD student and researcher, talk human geography (what is it?!), health policy, thinking about clinical accommodations, PhDs and earl grey tea! There's a lot going on, so make sure you don't miss any of it!

Co-host Janelle and guest Jeremy Amayo, Assistant Professor and Pulmonary/Critical Care PA discuss innovative, evidence based bedside teaching.

Shaun is joined by Director of Clinical Education Laura Gerstner MHA, MSHS, PA-C and Assistant Professor Ashley Nordan MPAP, PA-C of Campbell University to discuss strategies for integrating learners into busy clinical settings.

Kris and Janelle share their personal interpretations of the new updates to the Accreditation Standards for PA Education. This is Part I of a two part episode.

Kris and Janelle share their personal interpretations of the new updates to the Accreditation Standards for PA Education. This is Part II of a two part episode.

Kris, Adrian, Janelle, & Shaun discuss how each are navigating and overcoming challenges within their PA education programs due to COVID-19. 

PA Educators Kara Caruthers, Shani Fleming, Juanita Gardner, and Daytheon Sturges discuss racism in medicine and medical education. They share their experiences in the clinic and classroom and like good medical educators, hand out some homework. This is Part I of a three part episode.

PA Educators Kara Caruthers, Shani Fleming, Juanita Gardner, and Daytheon Sturges continue discussion around racism in medicine and medical education. They share their experiences in the clinic and classroom and like good medical educators, hand out some homework. This is Part II of a three part episode.

PA Educators Kara Caruthers, Shani Fleming, Juanita Gardner, and Daytheon Sturges conclude discussions around racism in medicine and medical education. This is Part III of a three part episode.