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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.

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

    5D AGO

    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
  2. Transitioning to Alternative Grading with Dr. Roger Gatchet

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

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

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

    12/17/2025

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

    12/03/2025

    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
  7. Leveraging AI to Enhance Research Feedback

    11/26/2025

    Leveraging AI to Enhance Research Feedback

    Dr. Jaeyong Choi, Dr. Eryn Travis and Dr. Linh Ngo discuss how AI can strengthen research and feedback for both faculty and students — without replacing the critical thinking that drives meaningful scholarship. Hosts: Jimmy John and Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions

    32 min
  8. Using Novel Technologies to Teach BioChemistry with Dr. Tom Kwiatkowski

    11/19/2025

    Using Novel Technologies to Teach BioChemistry with Dr. Tom Kwiatkowski

    Biochemist Dr. Tom Kwiatkowski shares how he incorporates Nanome Virtual Reality and AlphaFold AI into his instructional practice. Host: Dr. Tom Pantazes Closed Captions Research Connection: Berkmen, M. B., Balla, M., Cavanaugh, M. T., Smith, I. N., Flores‐Artica, M. E., Thornhill, A. M., ... & Peterson, C. N. (2025). An idea to explore: Use of the virtual reality app Nanome for teaching three‐dimensional biomolecular structures. Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, 53(3), 321-329.  https://iubmb.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/pdfdirect/10.1002/bmb.21892?casa_token=yYxYU6oT3ecAAAAA:r_vYHLIiHoamRML5y0-1F2EKsK1yyV374kTayIxWD9e7TKnnaUvY8vtdbjoI69eJ_SRu6meAgHAlDzrb  Calma-Roddin, N., Park, K., & Keighron, J. (2023). Exploring the Structure of Proteins and Other Biomolecules with a VR Museum: Lessons in Classroom Integration. Journal of Chemical Education, 100(7), 2574-2582.  https://pubs.acs.org/doi/10.1021/acs.jchemed.2c01015  Show Notes: Ready Player One CHE 160. The Chemistry of Beer Go For Launch: Mercury VR program Nanome AlphaFold

    29 min
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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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  • Creator
    Teaching and Learning Center
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    80
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