Teaching and Learning When Things Go Wrong in the College Classroom

Jessamyn Neuhaus, Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence at Syracuse University and author of Geeky Pedagogy, dives into the messiness of learning in the college classroom. She discusses the natural occurrence of mistakes and the pitfalls of perfectionism in academia. Neuhaus emphasizes that teaching is never perfectible and highlights the importance of embracing errors as opportunities for growth. She also explores the intersections of identity and systemic inequities, promoting a humanistic approach to education that values adaptability and authenticity.