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ODLI on Air is a podcast on digital learning & innovation @ West Chester University that expands teaching and learning perspectives by connecting theory and practice through conversations with expert West Chester University faculty.

MAR 4

Creating the Preventionist Podcast with Dr. Dyan Neary

Investigative reporter and associate professor of journalism Dr. Dyan Neary describes her reporting, writing, and hosting of Serial Productions: The Preventionist Podcast. Host: Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: From Serial Productions: The Preventionist The Mastermind Behind Serial’s “The Preventionist”: An Interview with Prof. Dyan Neary Show Notes: Serial Productions Podcasts including Serial Earth Times "What Happened to Maya?" New York Magazine, October 2022 "Maya Kowalski's $211 Million Verdict," New York Magazine, November 2023 Two Birds Cafe Roots Cafe

30 min
FEB 25

Demystifying the IRB: Navigating Ethics, Review, and Research Success at WCU

This episode explores the processes of the West Chester University Institutional Review Board or IRB with two experts: Dr. Melissa Reed, Professor in the Kinesiology Department, who has served on the IRB for 15 years, including 7 years as co-chair; and Dr. Heather Leaman, Professor in Early and Middle Grades Education, who has served on the IRB for 6 years, including 4 years as co-chair. Hosts: Jimmy John and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions

22 min
FEB 18

Creating an Immersive Virtual Kitchen Experience in ThingLink with Dr. Holik

Nutrition professor Dr. Michael Holik describes creating a virtual reality kitchen experience for his students using ThingLink. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection Batista, J. A. F. A., Souza, M. M. P., Barros, T. D., Gupta, N., & Reis, M. J. C. S. (2022). Using the ThingLink computer tool to create a meaningful environmental learning scenario. EAI Endorsed Transactions on Smart Cities, 6(17), 1-8. How ThingLink VR Learning Experiences Bridge Theory and Practice for Nutrition and Dietetics Students by Kyla Ball Show Notes ThingLink Vision AI

30 min
FEB 4

Transitioning to Alternative Grading with Dr. Roger Gatchet

Responding to frustrations with traditional grading systems, communication studies professor Dr. Roger Gatchet tells the story of his switch to ungrading and specifications grading formats. Cohosts: Jes Drass & Amber Alvord Closed Captions Research Connection: Clark, D., & Talbert, R. (2023). Grading for growth: A guide to alternative grading practices that promote authentic learning and student engagement in higher education. Routledge. Ungrading: Why Rating Students Undermines Learning (and What to do Instead). Susan D. Blum (Ed). West Virginia University Press, 2020. Show Notes: Alternative Grading Faculty Learning Community

30 min
JAN 21

Trusting Students and their Writing in the AI Era with Dr. Margaret Ervin

First year writing instructor Dr. Margaret Ervin discusses how she works to build and maintain trust with students. Cohosts: Amber Alvord & Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Hagenauer, G., Muehlbacher, F., & Ivanova, M. (2023). “It’s where learning and teaching begins‒is this relationship”—insights on the teacher-student relationship at university from the teachers’ perspective. Higher Education, 85(4), 819-835. Show Notes: Association of Pennsylvania State College & University Faculties (APSCUF) WCU TLC AI in Action Webinar Series and Dr. Ervin's webinar.

30 min
JAN 7

Celebrating 75 Episodes of ODLI on Air with Dr. Jeremy McCool

Podcaster and associate professor of digital and global media Dr. Jeremy McCool, interviews the ODLI on Air cohosts to celebrate 75 episodes. Cohosts: Amber Alvord, Jes Drass, and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Show Notes: Raps of Resistance: How Kendrick Lamar and J. Cole Reignited a Hip-Hop Tradition Rap & Reason Podcast Earl Hopkins Rigor with Compassion: Leading an Ed.D. Program with Dr. Schugar & Dr. Hodes Podcasting in Higher Education with Dr. Jeremy C. McCool Guidelines for Working Where Your Child Studies with Dr. Kristen Crossney and Natalie Crossney

30 min
2025-12-17

The Value of Neurodiversity in Academic Spaces with Dr. Jennifer Slagus

Neurodivergent scholar and librarian Dr. Jennifer Slagus discusses the importance of hearing and incorporating diverse perspectives into research, academics, and other university spaces. Cohosts: Jes Drass and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Bertilsdotter Rosqvist, H., Botha, M., Hens, K., O’Donoghue, S., Pearson, A., & Stenning, A. (2023). Cutting our own keys: New possibilities of neurodivergent storying in research. Autism, 27(5), 1235-1244. Slagus, J. (2025). Neurodivergent Narratives: Restorying Neurodiversity in Twenty-First Century Middle Grade Literature. Show Notes: Bishop, R. S. (1990). Mirrors, windows, and sliding glass doors. Perspectives: Choosing and Using Books for the Classroom, 6 (3). Perspectives: Choosing and using books for the classroom, 6(3), ix-xi. A Novel Mind website Universal Design for Learning Framework

30 min
2025-12-03

Using Barbie, Toys, and Vulnerability to Teach Research & Writing Skills with Dr. Emily Aguiló-Pérez

Barbie and children’s pop culture expert Dr. Emily Aguiló-Pérez discusses how she uses toys and personal experiences as topics for engaging students in learning about research and writing. Cohosts: Jes Drass & Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Aguiló-Pérez, E. R., & Hains, R. C. (2025). Barbie in the Media: The Transmedia Presence of Mattel’s Celebrity Doll. Hains, R. C., & Aguiló-Pérez, E. R. (Eds.). (2025). # Barbie and Social Media: Digital Discourses and Mattel's Celebrity Doll. Springer Nature. Wisniewski, E. (2025). Voices of High School Writers: Exploring Perceptions and Experiences in Secondary Writing Education. https://digitalcommons.wcupa.edu/all_doctoral/296/ Hains, R. C., & Mazzarella, S. R. (2019). Cultural Studies of LEGO. Switzerland: Palgrave Macmillan. Show Notes: Barbie Lego

30 min

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Introducing ODLI on Air

The Office of Digital Learning and Innovation at West Chester University started a podcast! Join us in this teaser episode to learn a little bit about our new offering, how it will work, and who will be hosting. Hosts: Dr. Tom Pantazes, Amber Grove, Jessica Drass, and Madison Steinbrenner Research / Theory Connection: See Episode 1! Show Notes: Writing ALT Text for Data Visualization by Amy Cesal and The Cornell Lab Merlin app Closed Captions

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ODLI on Air is a podcast on digital learning & innovation @ West Chester University that expands teaching and learning perspectives by connecting theory and practice through conversations with expert West Chester University faculty.

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Teaching and Learning Center
Years Active

2022 - 2026
Episodes

82
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