Humanizing Online STEM Academy Wisdom Wall by Jennifer Kalfsbeek

shinliu2020 — 2025-04-26 18:56:07 UTC

Hello, I’m Shin Liu.

I teach Computer Programming in C++, Java, and Python. In this course, you’ll learn new tools to enhance student engagement.

My advice for future participants:

1. Practice each lesson in your sandbox first.

2. Once comfortable, integrate these tools into your actual Canvas.

By following this approach, you’ll have your final project ready for your students by next semester!

shinliu2020 — 2025-04-26 19:24:38 UTC

Hello, I’m Shin Liu.

I teach Computer Programming in C++, Java, and Python. In this course, you’ll learn new tools to enhance student engagement.

My advice for future participants:

1. Practice each lesson in your sandbox first.

2. Once comfortable, integrate these tools into your actual Canvas.

By following this approach, you’ll have your final project ready for your students by next semester!

klamhien — 2025-04-27 23:51:26 UTC

GO GO Humanizing Online STEM Academy.

Advice for Future Participants

acrescimanno — 2025-04-30 23:33:00 UTC

Check your instructor's hat at the door and enter with a learner's mindset.
Engage with your peers and learn from their experiences
Reflect on what you have learned and then apply it.

2025-05-05 01:02:20 UTC

This is a very hand's on type of course. Be ready to apply your knowledge and skills!
Give yourself some grace. It doesn't have to be perfect.
Don't give up. It'll be worth it.

Humanizing STEM Words of Wisdom

gdkirby — 2025-05-06 01:05:24 UTC

Embrace this as a learning process. You won't just be learning effective equitable strategies, but applying them.
Don't wait last minute to make your videos!
Be willing to be vulnerable and reflect on your past experiences as an educator to grow.

cegan55 — 2025-05-09 04:22:03 UTC

1. Humanizing takes real effort—don’t underestimate the time it takes.
It’s more than just adding a video or a pretty homepage—it’s about showing up as a human being and building connection. Be patient with yourself as you learn new tools and rethink your teaching style.

2. Your presence matters more than perfection.
Students want to know you, not a polished version of you. Show your face, your quirks, your voice. It's okay to be casual and real—that’s what builds trust.

3. Engagement is contagious.
The more excited and connected you are, the more your students will be too. When you model curiosity and care, they’ll rise to meet you.

4. Don’t go it alone—be inspired by your peers.
One of the best parts of this course was seeing how others bring humanity to their classrooms. Borrow ideas, ask for help, and share your wins (and flops!).

lovelysyr9 — 2025-05-09 04:37:26 UTC

Do the assignment on time as much as you can. Turn them in early if you can, the week before.
Expect many hours per week especially if you need more help in tech side of the class.
it is alot of fun learning new strategies.
you will be making lots of quick videos which are really fun and full of learning.
try things out in your sandbox, then in canvas.
Engage with your peers and give lots of feedback.
Do not give up, you can do it.
Do not wait until the last minute to do the work, treat it as a class that you will be getting a grade for.

jtorrestoral — 2025-05-09 06:32:16 UTC

Humanizing can have a strong positive effect in your class, in the way that students get involved. Like someone here said it already, humanizing is simple, but it is not easy. It requires some seemingly small additions and structural changes, but it needs to be genuine and honest channels that facilitate the strengthening of the community within your class