Teaching in Higher Ed
Relationship-Rich Education at Scale
Jan 2, 2025
Peter Felten, Executive Director of the Center for Engaged Learning at Elon University, and Kassidy Puckett, a recent graduate and Master's student, delve into the essence of building relationships in education. They discuss how relationships enhance learning, well-being, and student success. Kassidy emphasizes the importance of empathy and active listening in the classroom. Peter highlights curiosity as a practice, while the duo shares insights on using personal stories to create a connection among students, fostering a supportive and engaged learning environment.
48:14
Episode guests
AI Summary
AI Chapters
Episode notes
Podcast summary created with Snipd AI
Quick takeaways
- Emphasizing the importance of relationship-rich education can significantly enhance student satisfaction, well-being, and academic success in higher education.
- Implementing strategies like sharing personal stories and fostering empathy in large classrooms can create meaningful connections between students and faculty.
Deep dives
The Challenges of Scaling Education
Scaling education often leads to a reduction in meaningful connections between students and faculty. Many institutions attempt to maximize efficiency by increasing class sizes, which can hinder the ability of instructors to engage with students personally. Large class environments discourage active participation, leaving students feeling anonymous and disengaged. This phenomenon, known as the 'Too Many Bodies Problem,' highlights the detrimental impact of scale on both faculty's ability to form relationships and students' educational experience.
Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts
Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
