Danny Oppenheimer

Join Simon Cullen, an Assistant Professor of Philosophy at Carnegie Mellon, and Danny Oppenheimer, a Professor of Psychology, as they explore innovative attendance policies in higher education. They delve into research showing that while attendance boosts success, forced attendance can sour student experience. Cullen and Oppenheimer advocate for giving students choice, revealing that autonomy enhances engagement. They discuss the importance of treating students as adults and suggest ways to scaffold choices that align with their preferences, ultimately transforming classroom dynamics.