Lightning Talks Fall 2021 Speaker Series
Lightning Talks Fall 2021 Speaker Series: Exploring Innovations In Teaching & Technology
The Fall 2021 Lightning Talks series is a reflection and learning forum where Boston University faculty and invited guests identify areas of challenge and opportunity and share strategies for engaging educational experiences in the in-person environment. The speaker series, co-hosted by Digital Learning & Innovation and The Center for Teaching & Learning, is open to BU faculty, staff, graduate students, and postdoctoral scholars.
About the Lightning Talk Format
Fast, peer-driven, and information-rich. Lightning Talks showcase four-to-five presenters—each exploring innovations in teaching and technology at BU. All speakers will adhere to a maximum three-slide format for a short and focused, five minute presentation.
At the conclusion of all presentations, the moderator will encourage and facilitate cross-disciplinary conversation on the topic.
Engaging Students with Technology Tools [Complete]
Engaging and creative learning environment are often supported by a range of educational technology tools. In this series of Lightning Talks, faculty will highlight different tools and assignments that help them connect with and engage students in and out of class.
Friday, October 22, 2021
12:15-1:15 PM
Held via Zoom
Teaching within a Social Justice Framework [Complete]
As we continue to grapple with how to create diverse, inclusive, and equitable classrooms, this series of Lightning Talks by faculty will provide examples of how a social justice lens can transform our teaching practices.
Friday, December 3, 2021
12:15-1:15 PM
Held via Zoom
Missed a 2020-21 Lightning Talk? Access the Lightning Talks Video Library
Check out the library of recordings and learn how Boston University faculty foster classroom community, build an inclusive classroom, manage long block or large lecture classes, and more. View the Lightning Talk recordings and presentations here.
Learn more about Boston University’s Digital Learning & Innovation and The Center for Teaching & Learning. Questions? Email digital@bu.edu.
