2023 Tuesday General Session Keynote

The Art and Science of Engaged Teaching: A Framework for Transformative Instruction

Join Dr. Claire H. Major as she explores the crucial role of engaged teaching in higher education. Discover how passionate, committed teachers can ignite the joy of learning, inspire intellectual growth, and create a vibrant culture of learning that’s exciting and fulfilling for students. Drawing from research and best practices, Dr. Major discusses a framework for effective instruction that emphasizes the cognitive, affective, and conative dimensions of teaching. You’ll leave with practical strategies for fostering an intellectually engaging and emotionally satisfying classroom environment and for embracing teaching as a scholarly pursuit and an art to be practiced. You’ll also gain insights and inspiration for transforming your teaching practice and making a positive impact on the future of higher education.

Claire H. Major
University Professor, Author, and Executive Information Officer of the K. Patricia Cross Academy