Art Markman

Art Markman, a former psychology professor and current Senior Vice Provost at the University of Texas at Austin, shares insights on handling challenging employees. He discusses strategies for managing communication issues, from passive-aggressive behavior to excessive politeness. Markman emphasizes the importance of tailored feedback and active listening to enhance workplace dynamics. He also offers advice on empowering employees to be more assertive, promoting a supportive environment to foster their growth.

Dr. Art Markman and Dr. Bob Duke discuss time perception, the decline of memory with age, the power of accumulated wisdom, debunking the Mozart effect, the critical role of sleep in memory and emotional well-being, and the importance of scheduling happiness and meaningful conversations.

Dr. Art Markman discusses tools, tips and tricks for editing our behaviors and achieving our goals. It’s an incredibly practical episode for those of us who want to lose that weight, write that book and change our lives. Topics include why we tend to fail with habit change, how to live a good life and more. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-psychology-podcast/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Art Markman, a psychology professor at the University of Texas and author, joins Caitlin Woolley, an associate professor at Cornell, to discuss the vital need for true vacations. They explore the challenges of unplugging from work in our always-on culture and analyze how the pandemic has affected our work-life balance. The duo shares strategies for effective delegation and organizational support that can promote meaningful time off. They also delve into how vacation policies can be reimagined to encourage better mental well-being and creativity.

In this engaging discussion, Art Markman, Vice Provost for Academic Affairs at the University of Texas at Austin, and K.P. Procko, a biochemistry professor, explore the transformative potential of AI in education. They address concerns about AI tutors possibly undermining critical thinking. The pair also highlight the necessity for colleges to adapt, focusing on how AI tools can enhance lesson planning while urging educators to maintain a collaborative learning environment. They emphasize personal growth and critical thinking to navigate the evolving landscape shaped by AI.