In episode 140, we introduce the development of the pre-A&amp;P course and the A&amp;P1 Supplement course. These courses address the challenges faced by A&amp;P students and improve their readiness and comprehension.&nbsp; In this first of two episodes, we focus on the pre-A&amp;P course. It focuses on filling subject knowledge gaps with 10 modules and cumulative tests. Student surveys and studies show its effectiveness in achieving higher grades in the A&amp;P 1 course. Implementing these nontraditional courses requires collaboration and support from advisors and faculty members. Together, we aim to bridge the gap in subject preparation and learning skills for student success.  0:00:00 | Introduction 0:00:49&nbsp;| Pre-A&amp;P 0:22:37&nbsp;| Course Design 0:39:51&nbsp;| More About Module Tests 0:52:38&nbsp;| Other Course Features 1:09:51&nbsp;| Wrapping Up 1:21:10&nbsp;| Staying Connected  &nbsp;  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation. ()  &nbsp; Pre-A&amp;P 21.5 minutes We delve into the reasons behind developing the Pre-A&amp;P and A&amp;P 1 Supplement courses. We identify two major challenges faced by incoming A&amp;P students: lack of subject preparation and insufficient learning skills. To combat these obstacles, the Pre-A&amp;P course was created as a self-paced online refresher. It covers fundamental science topics like cell biology, metabolism, genetics, and body organization—thus helping students fill knowledge gaps. The A&amp;P1 Supplement course, focused on developing more effective learning skills, will be the subject of the next episode. ★ Pre-A&amp;P: Foundations in Science (online course syllabus for Kevin's BIO 095 course)  ★ Pre-A&amp;P course description (from the college website)  ★  ★&nbsp; (an on-demand seminar summarizing these two courses) Please rate &amp; review The A&amp;P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁 ★  &nbsp; Course Design 17 minutes In this segment, Kevin discusses the 10 modules of his Pre-A&amp;P course, which cover essential concepts for success in anatomy and physiology. The modules include foundational topics such as science basics, introductory and biological chemistry, cell structure and function, cell transport, metabolism, protein synthesis, genetics, tissues, and the human body. Students take cumulative tests for each module and must score 85% or higher to unlock the next module. Kevin emphasizes the importance of reviewing and retesting to reinforce learning and overcome challenges. ★ Pre-A&amp;P Modules (Kevin's course module list)  ★  ★  ★ Pre-A&amp;P Course Materials (Kevin's list of suggested textbooks &amp; videos for students)  ★ Test Item Analysis (a strategy and a tool to help students analyze their tests to find out exactly what went wrong)  ★ Pre-A&amp;P Success Pathway (an outline of the process from the BIO 095 syllabus)  &nbsp; More About Module Tests 12.5 minutes This segment discusses the nature of module tests in the Pre-A&amp;P course, explaining that they can be both formative and summative depending on students' progress. Kevin emphasizes that the tests serve as retrieval practice, despite some controversy around the term. The tests are highly randomized to prevent cheating, and immediate feedback is provided through automatic scoring. The tests are untimed, promoting equity and accommodating students with various needs and circumstances. ★&nbsp;...

Pre-A&P: A Refresher for Student Success in Anatomy & Physiology | TAPP 140

Get ready for a mind-bending 😲 rendezvous with Kevin Patton in Episode 141, where he continues to spill the beans on his top-secret recipe for student triumph.&nbsp;🏆 Brace yourself for this next adventure on his whirlwind tour of revolutionizing A&amp;P 1 education, as we dissect the art of identifying student pain points, personalizing preparation, and serving up the kind of mentorship they've been yearning for! 0:00:00 | Introduction 0:00:45&nbsp;| One of Two Success Courses 0:09:48&nbsp;| Setting Up the Supplement Course 0:18:44&nbsp;| Structure of Class Sessions 0:40:17&nbsp;| Grading 0:42:45&nbsp;| Does an A&amp;P Supplement Work? 0:54:21&nbsp;| Parting Wisdom 1:14:46&nbsp;| Staying Connected &nbsp;  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      Help others achieve their dreams and you will achieve yours. ()  &nbsp; One of Two Success Courses 9 minutes As we begin to unlock student success strategies with Kevin Patton in episode 141, he unveils his A&amp;P One Supplement course, dedicated to honing essential learning skills. Delve into his reasoning behind offering a separate course, distinct from the Pre-A&amp;P course discussed in episode 140, and distinct from the popular Supplemental Instruction (SI) , model, and gain insights into his innovative approach to enhancing A&amp;P student performance. ★ &nbsp; (part one of this two-part series, explains the purpose of the two courses and give details about Pre-A&amp;P) ★&nbsp; (an on-demand seminar summarizing these two courses) ★&nbsp;BIO 242 Anatomy and Physiology Supplement (college catalog description of course; scroll down to BIO 242)  ★&nbsp;Anatomy and Physiology 1 Supplement (an archived version of the syllabus used in 2012, the last time I taught the course)  ★&nbsp;Supplemental Instruction (Wikipedia's description of SI, a peer learning model that is NOT the same as the course described in this episode)  Please rate &amp; review The A&amp;P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁 ★  &nbsp; Setting Up the Supplement Course 9 minutes In this segment, we uncover the logistical puzzle of A&amp;P supplement courses. Dive into the tug-of-war between limited lab availability and the need for hands-on learning—and explore creative solutions for fostering student engagement. ★ Anatomy and Physiology 1 Supplement (an archived version of the syllabus used in 2012, the last time I taught the course)  ★ Course Materials for AP 1 Supplement (I didn't have time to list the materials we used in this episode; this is that section from the archived syllabus) https://my-ap.us/AP1suppCourseMaterial ★  (introduces the idea of debriefing at the end of the semester) &nbsp; Structure of Class Sessions 21.5 minutes In this segment, Kevin Patton details his A&amp;P Supplement course structure. The class employs active learning, beginning with addressing students' trouble spots through discussion and question cards. Various study techniques like flashcards and concept mapping are explored. The need-for-speed game enhances tissue and specimen identification skills, while clickers facilitate group learning. Weekly check-ins ensure consistent study habits and enhance understanding. ★ HIghlighting doesn't work—here's what does (an article from The University of Manchester Student News; highlighting is briefly discussed in this segment)&nbsp; ★ Noisy A&amp;P Classrooms and Labs (story about my Dean's visit to our A&amp;P 1 Supplement course from The A&amp;P Professor blog)  ★&nbsp;...

Study Courses Supercharge Anatomy & Physiology Success | TAPP 141

Get pumped up for Episode 142, where we have the honor of hosting Dr. Roy Meals, the musculoskeletal maestro! 💪 We're gonna flex our curiosity muscles and explore every nook and cranny of his latest masterpiece, Muscle: The Gripping Story of Strength and Movement. This episode's so dynamic, you might need a protein shake afterward!  0:00:00 | Introduction 0:01:13&nbsp;| Re-Introducing Dr. Roy Meals 0:04:08&nbsp;| Muscle Strain &amp; Why We Train 0:13:53&nbsp;| What Sword Swallowing Teaches Us About Muscle 0:24:49&nbsp;| Muscle Stories: Learning Should Be Fun 0:38:48&nbsp;| Staying Connected   ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , ,&nbsp;, or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      Muscles are in a most intimate and peculiar sense the organs of the will. They have built all the roads, cities and machines in the world, written all the books, spoken all the words, and, in fact done everything that man has accomplished with matter. Character might be in a sense defined as a plexus of motor habits. ()  &nbsp; Re-Introducing Dr. Roy Meals 3 minutes This segment reacquaints us with Dr. Roy Meals, who previously joined us for a chat about his book about bones back in Episode 82. An orthopedic surgeon and clinical educator, has been turning his talents to creating interesting books about the skeletomuscular aspects of human anatomy and physiology. ★ Roy A. Meals (biography)  ★  (previous episode with Roy Meals) ★ The A&amp;P Professor Book Club |  (read a review, link to booksellers, earn a credential!) ★ Doctors Demystify (Dr. Meals's online mini-courses)  ★ Thanks to listener Dr. David Allard, who started me on the path to connecting with Dr. Meals. Please rate &amp; review The A&amp;P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁 ★  &nbsp; Muscle Strain &amp; Why We Train 9.5 minutes Join Kevin Patton and Dr. Roy Meals in this segment as they reunite and discuss Roy's new book about muscles. They begin by unravelling the mysteries of muscle health and strength. In this captivating conversation, you'll learn why muscles don't actually "tear" and discover the multifaceted benefits of strength training. Get ready to challenge your preconceptions! ★&nbsp;Muscle: The Gripping Story of Strength and Movement (the book we're discussing in this episode)&nbsp; ★&nbsp;The A&amp;P Professor Book Club |  (read a review, link to booksellers, earn a !) ★&nbsp; (where Kevin first discusses training to be a body donor) &nbsp; What Sword Swallowing Teaches Us About Muscle 11 minutes In this segment, Roy and Kevin delve into the unusual art of sword swallowing and how it relates to the role of smooth muscles in the body. Dr. Meals also highlights the underappreciated significance of smooth muscles and their prevalence throughout the body. The conversation touches on the cardiac muscle's incredible durability, as well as the remarkable adaptations of tails in various animals. ★ How to Survive Swallowing a Sword (brief video on what is meant by "sword swallowing")  ★ Hadji Ali (clip from a Laurel &amp; Hardy movie showing famed spouter [regurgitation artist], an example of something Roy brings up in this segment)  &nbsp; Muscle Stories: Learning Should Be Fun 14 minutes Dr. Roy Meals and Kevin Patton discuss teaching strategies used in Dr. Meals' book on muscles, focusing on storytelling and making learning enjoyable. They emphasize the importance of clear and engaging communication in teaching complex concepts. Dr. Meals shares how teaching helps him clarify his own understanding, and Patton expresses...

Muscle: A Gripping Story by Roy Meals | TAPP 142

Host Kevin Patton briefly introduces The A&amp;P Professor podcast for faculty teaching human anatomy and physiology (A&amp;P).&nbsp; Go to  and listen—or get more information, including where to listen and how to follow. The only way to tell if The A&amp;P Professor podcast (TAPP Radio) is a good fit for you is to listen to a few episodes!

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In episode 143 of The A&amp;P Professor podcast for anatomy and physiology faculty, host Kevin Patton uncovers the super-secret, single, ultimate teaching strategy you need to keep your course tuned up and effective. He also revisits the "out there" transducer model of the brain and suggests a connection with a recent discovery supporting quantum wave activity in brain cell microtubules. Yes, quantum waves in the microtubules. Kevin also clarifies and expands on those wacky "extra" courses he described in Episodes 140 and 141. 00:00 | Introduction 00:51 | Clarifying Kevin's Wacky Supplemental Courses 15:50&nbsp;| Quantum Activity in Brain Microtubules? 28:15 | Could There Be More Than One Strategy? 34:29 | The TAPP Hotline 35:11 |&nbsp;There Really Is Only One Strategy 48:00&nbsp;| Staying Connected  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates     &nbsp; Clarifying Kevin's Wacky Supplemental Courses 15 minutes In this segment, Kevin clarifies nuances from Episodes 140 &amp; 141. He dives into the evolution of his "wacky grading" approach and reflects on the significance of end-of-semester debriefings—then explores the impact of badges within a courses. Kevin also uncovers the value of persistence, confidence-building, and teacher generosity. ★&nbsp; ★&nbsp; ★&nbsp; ★&nbsp;Course Materials in AP 1 Supplement in Ep 141&nbsp;   ★&nbsp; (introduces the idea of debriefing at the end of the semester) ★&nbsp;&nbsp;(about being present to students) Please rate &amp; review The A&amp;P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁 ★  &nbsp; Quantum Activity in Brain Microtubules? 12.5 minutes In a previous episode, Kevin introduced the "transducer model" of the brain, comparing it to a mobile phone accessing external servers. In this segment, he briefly explains the "Orch OR" theory that proposes consciousness occurs as quantum waves in the microtubules of brain neurons. Quantum properties such as superposition could explain how the brain works as a transducer. Recent investigation counters the argument that quantum waves would break down in the warm, wet microtubules. ★&nbsp; ★&nbsp;Consciousness in the universe: A review of the ‘Orch OR’ theory (Section 5.1. Quantum computing in the brain from an article in the journal Physics of Life Reviews)  ★&nbsp;Sir Roger Penrose &amp; Dr. Stuart Hameroff: CONSCIOUSNESS AND THE PHYSICS OF THE BRAIN (YouTube video; more than you ever wanted to know about this topic)  ★&nbsp;Your Very Own Consciousness Can Interact With the Whole Universe, Scientists Believe (recent report from Popular Mecanics)  ★&nbsp;Electronic Energy Migration in Microtubules (from the journal ACS Central Science)  ★&nbsp;Quantum Physics Could Finally Explain Consciousness, Scientists Say (a previous report from Popular Mechanics)  &nbsp; Could There Be More Than One Strategy? 6 minutes A&amp;P instructors often wonder if their courses need a revamp. While no universal teaching strategy guarantees success, the art of teaching lies in choosing the right mix of time-tested and modern techniques. Drawing from personal experiences, Kevin highlights the journey of discovering, adapting, and refining various strategies to boost student outcomes. ★ An Effective Instructional Strategies Approach in Higher Education: A Pilot Investigation (study from&nbsp;International Journal of Higher Education)  ★ Top 6 Teaching Strategies Adopted By Higher-ed Institutions Post-Covid  ★ Top 10 evidence-based teaching strategies  &nbsp; The TAPP...

The One Teaching Strategy That Will Fix Your Anatomy & Physiology Course | TAPP 143

Mike Pascoe joins host Kevin Patton in Episode 144 to chat about Mike's experience in editing the new Kenhub Atlas of Human Anatomy. We go behind the scenes to see how this new kind of anatomy atlas was developed. Let's see how those decisions get made and how the learning perspective gets incorporated into anatomy manuals. And we explore diverse representation in anatomy images and why we won't find any eponyms in this atlas. We also have a brief remembrance of our friend David Allard. 00:00 | Introduction 00:45&nbsp;| Remembering David Allard 04:25&nbsp;| Introducing Mike Pascoe 06:12&nbsp;| A New Take on the Human Atlas 19:00&nbsp;| Debriefing and Predictions Ahead 19:55&nbsp;| Creating Books 34:25&nbsp;| Your New Thing 35:44&nbsp;| More Features of the New Atlas 47:27&nbsp;| Staying Connected &nbsp;  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      The light of the heart is hidden in a drop of blood. ()  &nbsp; Remembering David Allard 3.5 minutes In this segment, Kevin reflects on the recent passing of a friend and colleague, David Allard of Texas A&amp;M University-Texarkana, who was an exceptional educator and human being. Kevin finds inspiration from David's generosity and commitment to his students and peers. ★ &nbsp;(mentioned in this segment) ★ &nbsp;(where I talk about generosity in teaching) ★ Longtime Texarkana College and Texas A&amp;M University-Texarkana biology professor David Allard dies (from Texarkana Gazette)  ★ Dr David Allard Memorial Service 11-30-23  ★ Two new species of sand-burrowing amphipods of the genus Haustorius MÃ¼ller, 1775 (Amphipoda: Haustoriidae) from the northwestern Gulf of Mexico (journal article in Zootaxa by David Allard's former student Zachary Hancock, who named one of the new species after David [Haustorius allardi]) https://aandp.info/rzp ★ Dr. David &amp; Ellen Allard Endowment Scholarship (in case you want to make a donation in David's memory)  Please rate &amp; review The A&amp;P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁 ★  &nbsp; Introducing Mike Pascoe 2 minutes In this segment, we introduce the guest for the episode, Mike Pascoe, who is an associate professor of anatomy at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. Mike is involved in developing and delivering anatomy curricula to various student groups and has a research interest in innovative learning approaches. He's the editor of a new learning resource, the Kenhub Atlas of Human Anatomy. ★ Here is a single link with everything about the new atlas in it:  ★ Additional links: ★ ★  ★ ★  ★ The A&amp;P Professor Book Club (our own recommendation of the new atlas)  &nbsp; A New Take on the Human Atlas 13 minutes Editor Mike Pascoe describes his new Kenhub Atlas of Human Anatomy. First, we look at the relationship of the innovative, disruptive Kenhub website and this new print manual. Mike mentions how Kenhub often ranks high in web searches and how they aim to make their atlas concise and lead readers to a larger library of materials using QR code scanning. The convenience and accessibility of QR codes, easily scanned with smartphones, and the pocket-sized form factor of the atlas, making it easy to carry around in a lab setting. &nbsp; Debriefing and Predictions Ahead 1 minute Coming soon will be our annual debriefing episode that features predictions for anatomy and physiology teaching in the coming year ahead. What are your predictions or concerns for the next year? What are you excited about? Why not share your...

Dissecting the Kenhub Atlas: Insights from Editor Mike Pascoe | TAPP 144

Episode 145 of The A&amp;P Professor podcast is one of our winter shorts, where I replay interesting segments from previous episodes. In this one, you'll hear about the trials and tribulations of teaching and learning pronunciations of anatomy and physiology terminology. Including why the instructor is ALWAYS correct! 00:00 | Introduction 01:07 | Variations in Anatomy &amp; Physiology Pronunciations 10:24 | Say Anatomy &amp; Physiology Terms Out Loud 20:30 &nbsp;| Staying Connected  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      Guess what? this is one of our winter shorts! Yep, that's right, it's a shorter-than-usual episode in which I present one or two, or maybe three or four, classic, evergreen segments from previous episodes that are remastered, reconstituted, and recycled for your listening and learning pleasure. But mainly it's to give me a break for self-care over the holiday season. We'll be back to our regular programming in late January.  &nbsp; Variations in Anatomy &amp; Physiology Pronunciations 9.5 minutes Pronunciations in any language differ for a variety of reasons. This happens in A&amp;P terminology, too. This segment was first heard in Episode 16. ★&nbsp; (the original broadcast of this episode) ★ How do you pronounce it? (Kevin’s blog post on this topic) ★ Dorland’s Medical Dictionary (a respected standard)  ★ 4 ways to correctly pronounce anatomy terms (brief article with video from Kenhub)  ★ Brief Atlas of the Human Body and Quick Guide to the Language of Science and Medicine for Anatomy &amp; Physiology (packaged with the Patton Anatomy &amp; Physiology text, but available separately, includes pronunciation guidance)  ★ Kenneth S. Saladin (I mention Ken’s workshops on pronunciation)  ★  and&nbsp; (using flashcards to learn pronunciation) Please rate &amp; review The A&amp;P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁 ★  &nbsp; Introducing Mike Pascoe 10 minutes It sounds wacky, for sure, but students reading complex terms out loud before reading the textbook can helps speed up reading and improve comprehension. This segment was first heard in Episode 20. ★&nbsp; (the original broadcast of this segment) ★ Reading Information Aloud to Yourself Improves Memory (article from Neuroscience News)  ★ This time it’s personal: the memory benefit of hearing oneself (journal article in Memory)  ★ Reading Terms in A&amp;P (post in The A&amp;P Professor blog; has additional links to resources) ★ Reading Scientific Terms (post in The A&amp;P Student blog; you can provide this link to students)  ★ Word Lists Help Students Build Their Mental Lexicon (post in the Patton Anatomy &amp; Physiology blog)  ★ Say It Out Loud 18 Times (post in o-log-y blog) &nbsp; People Production: Aileen Park (announcer),&nbsp;  (theme composer,&nbsp; recording artist), &nbsp;Karen Turner (Executive Editor), Kevin Patton (writer, editor, producer, host). Not People Robotic (AI) audio leveling/processing and transcription is done by  and  and the content, spelling, grammar, style, etc., of these episode notes are assisted by various bots, such as Grammarly and . &nbsp;  &nbsp; If the hyperlinks here are not active, go to TAPPradio.org to find the episode page. ★ More details at the episode page:  ★ Transcript available in the transcript box:  ★ Need help accessing resources locked behind a paywall? Check out this advice from Episode 32 to get what you need!  Take The A&amp;P Professor experience to the next level! ★  Earn cash by...

A Tongue Twister's Guide to Mastering Anatomy Pronunciation | Winter Shorts | TAPP 145

Episode 146 of The A&amp;P Professor podcast is one of our winter shorts, where I replay interesting segments from previous episodes. In this one, we discuss the importance of academic integrity in the Anatomy &amp; Physiology course. We emphasize the need to incorporate discussions about integrity in the syllabus and course materials and share real-life examples of violations in the healthcare field. We highlight how dishonesty can have serious consequences and discuss strategies for prevention, such as using multiple test versions and unique topics for papers/projects. Providing examples of acceptable practices and discouraging unethical behavior foster a culture of integrity. We invite listeners to contribute their own strategies for promoting academic integrity. 00:00 | Introduction 01:07 | Academic Integrity in Anatomy &amp; Physiology 29:39 | Modeling Professional Integrity 38:34&nbsp;| Staying Connected &nbsp;  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      Guess what? this is one of our winter shorts! Yep, that's right, it's a shorter-than-usual episode in which I present one or two, or maybe three or four, classic, evergreen segments from previous episodes that are remastered, reconstituted, and recycled for your listening and learning pleasure. But mainly it's to give me a break for self-care over the holiday season. We'll be back to our regular programming in late January.  &nbsp; Academic Integrity in Anatomy &amp; Physiology 28.5 minutes One way to approach “the cheating issue” in our courses is to promote a culture of academic honesty from the start. But how do we do that? Kevin shares some practical tips you can use for a comprehensive approach to creating and maintaining a culture of professional and academic integrity in your A&amp;P courses (or any courses, really). This segment was first heard in Episode 25. ★&nbsp; (the original broadcast of this segment) ★ What the Best College Teachers Do (the Ken Bain book mentioned in this episode)  ★  (includes the syllabus episode mentioned several times in this podcast) ★&nbsp; (A special topic page at The A&amp;P Professor website; includes additional information and links to resources) ★ Why be honest? (about academic integrity; for students)  ★ Kevin’s Academic Integrity statement (This is a statement I have used in my course syllabi. You are welcome to adapt it according to your own course and institution’s needs. It’s an example to get you thinking about actively promoting honesty.)  ★ Kevin’ Academic Integrity Case Study handout/activity (This document is an example of an in-class activity that I use to promote discussion of academic integrity. It’s a handout used for small group discussions. You can adapt it to fit your needs, per the attribution/share-alike license enclosed in the document.)  ★ Frank O’Neill @growgraymatter (Turn on your “Frank O’Neill filter.”)  ★ Using copyrightable materials in teaching (Some good practical advice from the University of Minnesota Libraries. But ask your own librarians for help. And don’t forget, I’ve got an upcoming episode with an expert!)  ★  (this seminar at The A&amp;P Professor website shows you how I use Respondus test editor, one of many available test editors that can also easily produce multiple versions of a test) ★&nbsp; (the episode where I focused on “that empathy thing”) ★ Cheating in College: Why Students Do It and What Educators Can Do about It (a book you might find to be helpful)  ★&nbsp; (this is that...

Anatomy of Trust: Promoting Integrity in A&P Education | Winter Shorts | TAPP 146

In Episode 147, host Kevin Patton reviews the highlights and events of the previous year in the world of The A&amp;P Professor. He then turns to last year's predictions for teaching human anatomy and physiology to see if he was on the right track. Finally, predictions for the coming year are revealed. And lots of other stuff—this episode is two hours long, after all! 0:00:00 | Introduction 0:00:50 | Debrief: Topics, Stats, Reflections 0:21:28 | A Long, Long, Long Episode 0:23:05 | Debrief: More Reviewing &amp; Reflecting 0:38:59 | Did I Get My Predictions Right? 0:50:22 | Textbook &amp; Academic Authors Association 0:57:47 | Looking Ahead with New (Old) Predictions 1:10:49 | Brain Break 1:12:58 | A Couple More Predictions 1:24:50 | What's on TAPP? 1:26:20 | More New Predictions 1:44:47 | Let's Share 1:45:41 | Even More New Predictions 1:58:20 | Staying Connected  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      Reflection is an essential part of learning. Debriefing after any experience is key to personal and professional growth. ())  &nbsp; Debrief: Topics, Stats, Reflections 20.5 minutes This segment begins our debriefing process by reflecting on the audience size (which a nearly impossible to measure), and quickly reviewing who we talked to and what we talked about over the last season. It turns out that many important and useful topics came up this season, including two episodes that sort of summarize all I've learned about teaching A&amp;P over my decades-long career. And then there's that one weird episode that I snuck in at the beginning of the year, as the entry of AI into teaching and learning was suddenly on everyone's mind—when I'd intended to be doing last year's debriefing instead . ★  (searchable list of all episodes of this podcast, including titles, topics, and links to each episode page)  Please rate &amp; review The A&amp;P Professor—it helps others decide whether to give us a try! 😁 ★  &nbsp; A Long, Long, Long Episode 1.5 minutes A brief "brain break" to talk about the fact that this episode is particularly long—and why. And how to manage listening to long podcast episodes. ★ Using chapters on Apple Podcasts (explains how to navigate segments [chapters] on Apple Podcasts; generally applies to any podcast player)  &nbsp; Debrief: More Reviewing &amp; Reflecting 13 minutes Here, we talk about the value of feedback from listeners, particularly through the new and improved listener survey. ★ TAPP Listener Survey (a new and improved way to give feedback)   ★ Want to be part of TAPP by being a guest? Go to  and pick a convenient day and time. It's fun. Really. ★ Want to be a guest host or an occasional correspondent to the TAPP podcast? Think about it. It would be a blast, right? Contact me anytime to chat about it. Even if you don't know what you want to do, we can brainstorm together. ★ Temper Your Harsh Critic By Looking For A Podcast's Best Trick (this is a brief episode in which I was the guest host; it's aimed at podcasters, but the lesson I teach applies to teaching, too)  ★ The TAPPapp (a free app to listen to episodes of this podcast—and get bonus content such as PDF transcripts) search for it in your device's app store or go to   ★ Check out the new graphics on the home page https://theAPprofessor.org and on the podcast landing page   ★ New social channels for The A&amp;P Professor ★ ★ Threads   ★ ★ Mastodon   ★ ★ Bluesky   ★ ★ Reddit   ★ ★ TikTok   ★ ★ Substack   ★ The A&amp;P Professor Science &amp;...

Pulse of Progress: Looking Back, Moving Forward | TAPP 147

In Episode 148, Justin Shaffer joins host Kevin Patton to discuss high structure course design. Justin shares his success in building a scaffold for learning by using a variety of course structures to improve student engagement and success, such as pre-class and post-class activities, micro-case studies and clicker questions, brief active learning practices, and much more. 00:00 | Introduction 00:46 | Introducing Justin Shaffer 02:49 | High Structure and Low Structure 20:47 | Badge Break 21:43 | Transparency, Expectations, &amp; Flexibility 34:06 | Secret Code: TAA Conference in Nashville 36:04 | Baby Steps or Go All In? 50:16 | Staying Connected  ★ If you cannot see or activate the audio player, go to:  🏅 Apply for your credential (badge/certificate) for listening to this episode:  ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Please rate &amp; review this podcast so that others can decide whether to give it a try:  ❓ Please take the anonymous survey:  ☝️ Questions &amp; Feedback: 1-833-LION-DEN (1-833-546-6336) ✔️ Follow The A&amp;P Professor on , , , , , or ! @theAPprofessor 📰 Get the once-or-twice-weekly TAPP Science &amp; Education Updates      To achieve great things, two things are needed; a plan, and not quite enough time. ()  &nbsp; Introducing Justin Shaffer 2 minutes Host Kevin Patton briefly introduced our guest, Dr. Justin Shaffer. Justin is an experienced educator who provides professional development and advice on pedagogy for educators in anatomy and physiology and other disciplines. He is particularly well known for his advice on how to implement high structure course design. ★ Recombinant Education (Justin's website)  ★ Justin Shaffer (Justin's LinkedIn profile)  ★ How to Use High Structure Course Design to Heighten Learning (Justin's conversation with host Bonni Stachowiak on the Teaching in Higher Education podcast)  ★ High Structure STEM Classes (Justin's interview on the podcast, Tea for Teaching)  &nbsp; High Structure and Low Structure 18 minutes Kevin Patton discusses with Justin Shaffer the concept of high-structure course design, which revolutionizes traditional teaching by providing a scaffolded learning process involving pre-class content acquisition, active in-class engagement, and post-class assessments. This method, inspired by the educational research of Scott Freeman and Mary Pat Wenderoth, has been successfully applied across multiple disciplines, demonstrating its versatility and effectiveness in improving student learning outcomes and engagement. ★ Increased structure and active learning reduce the achievement gap in introductory biology (report in Science mentioned in this segment)  ★ Getting Under the Hood: How and for Whom Does Increasing Course Structure Work? (paper in CBE-Life Sciences Education by Kelly Hogan and Sarah Eddy mentioned in this segment)  ★ Inclusive Teaching: Strategies for Promoting Equity in the College Classroom (book by Kelley Hogan and Viji Sathy mentioned in this segment)  ★ True Grit: Passion and persistence make an innovative course design work (paper in PLOS Biology by Casper, Eddy, and Freeman mentioned in this segment)  ★ Student performance in and perceptions of a high structure undergraduate human anatomy course (Justin's paper on high structure anatomy in ASE)  ★ High Structure Course Design for Chemical Engineering (Justin's paper on high structure chemical engineering in CEE)  ★ Do I Really Have to Teach Reading? (source of the quote used in this segment, "My wish for you is that each year you look back at your career and laugh with embarrassment about the way used to teach. If you do this, you will continue to learn and grow.")  &nbsp; Badge Break 1 minute Kevin reminds listeners that listening to this episode and reviewing the notes at this episode page can be documented with a professional development credential that can be shared in the form of a digital badge or certificate. It helps you keep track of your independent professional...

Blueprints for Learning: Justin Shaffer on Structured A&P Course Design | TAPP 148

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