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Changing The Culture: Developing Creative Problem Solvers, Eric L. Mann

Faculty Presentations

Mathematics embraces creativity and beauty yet often our children are immersed in classroom activities where these attributes are hidden by an overemphasis on algorithms, computational speed and known answers that can be found in the back of the book or with a quick Google search. This learning environment creates a false perception of what it means to be “good at math.” From the research we know than many of our elementary school teachers have negative attitudes towards mathematics; an attitude students pick up and adopt which may foster the development of the reluctant, impatient problem solvers we find in our …

Copying Something Good And Making It Evil: An Examination Into Global Plagiarism Schemes In The 21st Century And How It Impacts Society, David B. Ross, Rande Matteson

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A Forensic Psychological Assessment Of Terrorists: An Anti-Terrorism Approach For Radicalized Westerners, Ronn Johnson, Monica Lopez, Elizabeth Grace, Marissa Link, David B. Ross, Rande Matteson, Shacarah Henry, Deanna Axler

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Forensic Psychological Mindset Of An American Suicide Bomber: The Next Terrorism Frontier, Ronn Johnson, Yasmin Saadatzadeh, Ji Yoon Cindy Kim, Elizabeth Grace, David B. Ross, Rande Matteson

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A Forensic Psychological Perspective On Criminal Looters, Suicide By Police Seekers, And Bad Cops: An Imperfect Cross Cultural Storm, Ronn Johnson, Eric Jacobs, Adriana Del Vecchio, Stephanie Cunningham, David B. Ross, Rande Matteson

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Jihadist Web Postings And Popular Social Media: A Forensic Psychological Analysis, Ronn Johnson, Jessica Mueller, Christine Collins, Samantha C. Story, David B. Ross, Rande Matteson

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Forensic Psychological Perspectives In Deterring The Impact Of Acts Of Terrorism From Isis And Khorasan: An Antiterrorism, Ronn Johnson, Jessica Mueller, Shacarah Henry, Nergis Akkaya, David B. Ross, Randy Matteson, Jenny Li

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Servant Leadership To Toxic Leadership: Power Of Influence Over Power Of Control, David B. Ross, Rande Matteson, Julie Exposito

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To lead, you must serve. Servant leadership is the systematic process of developing the needs of servants ahead of those leaders found within private or public institutions. The principle behind effective leadership is based on the interplay of responsibility, respect, care, and working with people, not against people. Ultimately, leadership is about character and substance. Using the distinct characteristics of servant leadership to promote and foster the development of successful individuals is one of the fundamental concepts of servant leaders. Honest and caring concern for others leads to empowerment and emotional support which inspires the members to embrace the needs …

The Value Of Problem Posing In Developing Creatively Gifted Mathematicians, Eric L. Mann

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The task of problem posing is often overlooked as a means to develop creatively gifted mathematicians. Silver (1997) suggested that problem posing was an instructional tactic used worldwide to develop creativity in mathematicians. More specifically, Silver advocated that deliberate instructional tactics had to be employed to precipitate creative solutions. Problem posing is often correlated with the aesthetic nature of mathematics.

In this cutting-edge session, participants’ objective is to learn about the value of problem posing through a brief presentation and have an opportunity to generate their own mathematical problem solving tasks given a mathematical concept. The intent is to encourage …

Improving Learning Through Information Technology, Barry Bandstra

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Six Easy Things Profs Can Do To Help Students Learn, David James

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How To Increase Global Learning In Your Classroom, Ernest D. Cole

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Hope Comes To Watts: An Educational May Term Experience In Los Angeles, Nancy L. Cook, Madeline Kukla, John Yelding

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The "Hope Comes to Watts" program is designed to provide a 3-week May Term experience in Los Angeles, California. Students study the cultural, historical and geographical setting as well as complete pertinent readings to prepare for full-day placements in the Watts Learning Center, a public, charter school setting with elementary and middle school campuses. The Hope College students are paired one-on-one with classroom teachers and/or administrators and are fully immersed the day-to-day life of the school. They also participate in a variety of cultural and service opportunities during this experience.

Center For Stem Inquiry: Stem Scholars Program, Carrie Dummer, Vicki-Lynn Holmes, Susan Ipri Brown, Catherine Mader

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This project engages science or math education majors in education research projects via coursework and intensive field placements. A May term STEM methods course includes pedagogical and curriculum instruction. The Hope STEM scholars then implement inquiry-based, action research as co-leaders of two STEM Academies - summer inquiry experiences for high school students.

A Longitudinal Study Investigating The Effects Of The Pbl Approach In Secondary Mathematics Education, Yooyeun Hwang

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This longitudinal study investigated the effect of Project Based Learning (PBL) on secondary-mathematics students in order to determine both academic-skill development and motivational factors associated with learning. Results showed that secondary students not only benefited from PBL in learning mathematics content, but exhibited improved self-efficacy and self-regulation in learning mathematics.

Value-Based Leadership: Why Values Matter To Leaders, David B. Ross

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Whither Goest Civility: Civility In Society And Higher Education, Robert W. Hill

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Teaching With Social Media, Susan Currie Sivek

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This presentation addresses the benefits and challenges of teaching with social media. Examples of student work, assignments, and class projects are included from Linfield College classes and from other institutions, including disciplines other than mass communication.

Value-Based Leadership: Why Values Matter To Leaders, David B. Ross

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Technical Writing: Taking The Fear And Frustration Out Of Your Dissertation, David B. Ross

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Policy Making And Power, David B. Ross

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Helping Children Who Have Behavioral And Attention Issues, David B. Ross

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Academic Writing, David B. Ross

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Diversity: Bridging The Gap Of Interests, David B. Ross

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How To Be A Fireball Leader Without Getting Singed And Helping Children Who Have Behavioral And Attention Issues In The Classroom, David B. Ross

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The Seven Outs: Strategic Planning And Leadership Development, David B. Ross

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The Seven Outs: Strategic Planning And Leadership Development, David B. Ross

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The Seven Outs: Strategic Planning And Leadership Development, David B. Ross

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The Seven Outs: Strategic Planning And Leadership Development, David B. Ross

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How To Be A Fireball Leader Without Getting Singed, David B. Ross, Robert Rahamin

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