Pedagogy in Practice: A Higher Ed Podcast

Pedagogy in Practice: A Higher Ed Podcast

Pedagogy in Practice is an official podcast of Old Dominion University, co-produced by the Center for Faculty Development and University Libraries. Pedagogy in Practice showcases innovative teachers and teaching strategies from ODU faculty, fostering a vibrant community of practice dedicated to supporting educators and empowering Monarch success. Grounded in academic excellence, creativity, and connection, this podcast highlights practical insights and forward-thinking approaches to elevate teaching and learning. We look forward to joining the discussion with you!

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September 1, 2025 14 mins

After our first 10 episodes of Pedagogy in Practice, what did we learn? Your co-hosts look back and reflect on the talented ODU faculty we interviewed, some common themes, and how lucky we are to have such thoughtful, creative colleagues. Plus not one but two (TWO!) big announcements about the show and what comes next. Check it out, and thanks for listening!

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For our final episode of season 1 we talk to Lucy Wittkower, Head of Libraries Education & Assessment with the University Libraries. Lucy shares some of her philosophy and approach to helping students learn how to become information literate students, researchers, and citizens, and talks about some of the biggest influences on her career as an educator and librarian. Check it out, and thanks for listening!

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August 4, 2025 36 mins

We're back with a special Summer Time and the Livin's Easy episode! Join us as we chat with Dr. Gary Beck from ODU's Department of Communication & Theater Arts. Gary's a fun guy with a lot of positivity to share. We get into designing assignments to work with AI tools, the importance of keeping your course materials up to date, and the essential role that educators play in helping students "figure it all ou...

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July 14, 2025 28 mins

Another episode, another spotlight on a talented ODU educator. AJ Nolan is a Senior Lecturer in ODU’s department of English, teaching general education composition and literature, creative writing, and upper-level literature courses. AJ is a writer with fiction and essays published in journals such as Flyway, Dogwood, Alligator Juniper, Gris-Gris, Hawai'i Pacific Review and the Potomac Review. AJ also marks our first interview with...

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June 23, 2025 29 mins

This episode, we're talking to one of our favorite teachers (and people!) -- Dr. Kate Hawkins! Kate is a professor in the department of Communication and Theater Arts at ODU, where she teaches courses on health communication, communication and gender, among other topics. She recently returned to the classroom after spending 20 years in administration, including her last 5 as the Associate Provost for Faculty Affairs & Strategic...

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June 9, 2025 19 mins

Welcome back for another fantastic episode! Join us for a conversation with Dr. Brittany Suggs, Graduate Clinical Coordinator for the Department of Counseling and Human Services, Darden College of Education and Professional Studies. Dr. Suggs shares some of her insights as an instructor, informed by her background as a licensed professional counselor and clinical supervisor. Thanks for listening!

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May 26, 2025 27 mins

On this episode, we sit down with Dr. Marc Ouellette, Associate Professor of English at ODU! Marc has widely published and taught on digital writing, posthumanism, technology, gaming, popular culture, and other topics. He's also the winner of ODU's inaugural Monarch Pillar of Innovation & Excellence. He talks mentoring, lessons learned from his father, and the importance of letting students know, "You belong."

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May 12, 2025 16 mins

For this episode we talk to Remica Bingham-Risher, Director of Quality Enhancement Plan (QEP) Initiatives at Old Dominion University. A talented creative writer in her own right, Remica talks with us about how she teaches ODU faculty how to teach on topics related to the current QEP, "Pursue Truth: Read Responsibly. Think Critically." This is a fun episode, and you'll love listening to her talk about her teaching inspirations and h...

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April 28, 2025 16 mins

We're back for our second episode! Our guest is Alison Lietzenmayer, Master Lecturer in Communication and Director of Senior Experience and Leadership for the Department of Communications and Theater Arts at Old Dominion University. Alison also serves as Director of Faculty Development for the Monarch Humanities Internship Academy for ODU. We had a lot of fun talking to her, and you'll definitely want to hear what she has to say ab...

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April 14, 2025 22 mins

Join us for the first episode of Pedagogy in Practice! We are featuring our conversation with Dr. Jay O'Toole, Associate Professor of Management and PhD Program Coordinator in ODU’s Strome College of Business. Jay's done a little bit of everything, from teaching math in public schools, to founding a nonprofit organization, to being a consultant and entrepreneur. He is a 2022 recipient of Strome College of Business's Out...

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April 7, 2025 1 min

Coming soon, a new official podcast from Old Dominion University, Pedagogy in Practice! Co-hosted by the ODU Libraries and the Center for Faculty Development, Pedagogy in Practice highlights innovative teachers and engages them in conversation about how their practices for enhancing student learning and success. Listen on Spotify or wherever you find your favorite podcasts! More info at www.odu.edu.

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