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The Letters and Science Exchange

Instructional Design Collaborative

The Exchange podcast is all about teaching in the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s College of Letters & Science. We connect with instructors and leaders from across our College as they share stories from inside the higher education classroom and beyond. We’ll explore emerging ideas in teaching, delve into successes and ongoing challenges, and get to know our L&S community. Everyone has something to offer, and everyone has something to learn. Brought to you by L&S Teaching and Learning

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Episode 31: Maximizing Impact: Effective Strategies...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2025/10/16

In this Article Remix, IDC team members Laura Schmidli and Molly Harris chat about their recent L&S Design for Learning article “Maximizing Impact: Effective Strategies for Large Lectures.” They share examples from their research and from L&S instructors for fostering belonging, engaging students, and promoting learning in a large course environment. How might you embrace the challenges of a lecture hall and turn numbers into an asset?See the transcript for this episode. [Link]The L&S

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00:12:31

Episode 30: What Instructors Can Learn from Music...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2025/08/28

We kick off Season 4 with a conversation about music, creativity, and the art of learning. We hear from two UW-Madison music educators, Assistant Professors Amy Lewis and Jesse Rathgeber, as well as L&S students. They share stories of curiosity, improvisation, and connection that can inspire us all as instructors. See the transcript for this episode. The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching, Learning, and Academic Planning and produced by the Instructional Design

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00:29:47

Episode 29: Student Perspectives on Teaching and...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2025/05/01

We welcome six L&S undergraduate students to the Exchange for a roundtable conversation about teaching and learning. Through their personal stories, these students share what makes an assignment spark curiosity, how interdisciplinary learning has brought value to their lives, and why they love a challenging course.See the transcript for this episode. Episode 29: Student Perspectives on Teaching and LearningThe L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning

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00:21:16

Episode 28: Community-Based Learning with Patti Coffey

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2025/04/03

In this episode, Molly Harris talks with Patti Coffey, Faculty Associate in the Department of Psychology, about the practice and value of community-based learning. Patti shares how reflection, storytelling, and active engagement contribute to mutually beneficial partnerships between students and the community, with a focus on the area of prisoner reentry.

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00:27:05

Episode 27: Authentic Learning and the Wisconsin Idea

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2025/03/06

In this episode, Molly Harris talks with Mike Wagner, William T. Evjue Distinguished Chair for the Wisconsin Idea in the School of Journalism and Mass Communication. Mike shares how he uses assignments and group projects to engage students in issues relevant to their lives, while building students’ practical skills. Listen for inspiration and tips for how you can make learning even more authentic for students. See the transcript for this episode. The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by

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00:34:58

Episode 26: Building Trust in Higher Education with...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2025/01/28

We partner with the Center for Ethics & Education for an episode about trust in higher education. Carrie Welsh interviews Anthony Laden, Professor of Philosophy at the University of Illinois at Chicago and the author of a new book Networks of Trust: The Social Costs of College and What We Can Do About Them. Along with UW students, Carrie and Tony explore how higher education asks students to change their trust networks and what responsibilities educators have to build positive relationships with

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00:15:17

Episode 25: Navigating the Hidden Curriculum

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2024/12/16

To close out the year, Molly Harris sits down with Lyn Macgregor, Director of Undergraduate Studies in the Department of Sociology. They explore a resource that Lyn and her colleagues created to help instructors uncover the hidden curriculum for students. These innovative modular slide decks feature local examples and reflection questions, all designed to help students navigate unspoken academic norms and expectations. Listen to learn more and explore the slides on our Show Notes page!See the

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00:24:34

Episode 24: Mentorship Among Instructors: Supporting...

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2024/10/31

In this episode, Molly Harris sits down with Léa Gustin, Assistant General Chemistry Lab Director, and Claire Lundberg, Graduate Student and Teaching Mentor for General Chemistry. We explore what it takes to teach one of the largest courses on UW-Madison’s campus and the role that mentorship plays for the success of this expansive teaching team. Léa and Claire share unique insights and practical tips for developing strong relationships between instructors and encouraging TA growth. See the

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00:26:45

Episode 23: Managing Large Teaching Teams with Sarah...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2024/09/19

In this episode, we listen in on a conversation between Exchange contributor Laura Schmidli and Sarah Jedd, Associate Director for Introduction to Speech Composition in the Department of Communication Arts. Sarah shares the joys of managing a diverse teaching team of over 30 TAs. She reveals the opportunities for ethical education and community-building that large-enrollment courses can offer to teaching teams and students. Episode Transcript The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by

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00:25:35

Episode 22: Building a Reservoir of Trust: Early...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2024/08/09

As the start of the semester nears, Jonathan Klein and Molly Harris talk with Greg Downey, Evjue-Bascom Professor in the School of Journalism & Mass Communication and the Information School. Greg shares how he sets students up for success in his courses by building trust, intervening early, and communicating transparently.See the transcript for this episode. The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning Administration and produced by the Instructional Design

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Episode 21: Bonus! Season 3 Preview

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2024/08/02

We get ready for Season 3 of the L&S Exchange by talking with Shirin Malekpour, Associate Dean for Teaching & Learning in the College of Letters and Science. Listen now for highlights from the upcoming season, which includes stories from L&S instructors and practical advice for teaching large-enrollment courses. See the transcript for this episode. The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning Administration and produced by the Instructional Design

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00:09:19

Episode 20: Behind the Podcast

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2024/06/28

Creating a poster for the UW-Madison 2024 Teaching & Learning Symposium prompts L&S Exchange Producers David, Molly, and Laura to take time to reflect on two seasons of work on the podcast. They share what they’ve learned from guests about inclusive teaching, and how the collaborative–and sometimes risky–process of producing a podcast has been worthwhile for sustaining conversations about teaching and learning. Listen for takeaways for your own teaching and outreach! See the transcript for

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00:23:54

Episode 19: Roundtable with TA Award Winners: Part II

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2024/06/05

In the second episode of our two-part series with Campus-Wide TA Award winners, Lynne Prost and Molly Harris speak with Capstone TA Award winner Lucas Wiscons. Lucas reflects on theories, such as “decentering,” that have informed his teaching practice and shares advice for forming positive mentoring relationships, whether between experienced and newer TAs or between faculty supervisors and their TA team.The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning Administration

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00:20:59

Episode 18: Roundtable with L&S TA Award Winners: Part 1

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2024/05/08

Guests: Patricia Chan and Haley JohnsonIn the first of our two-episode series featuring outstanding L&S Teaching Assistants, we host a roundtable discussion. Lynne Prost, Assistant Dean for Graduate Academic Affairs, and Molly Harris, Associate Producer for the L&S Exchange, talk with two Campus-Wide TA Award winners: Haley Johnson (Early Excellence in Teaching Award) and Patricia Chan (Advanced Achievement in Teaching, Dorothy Powelson Award). Haley and Patricia share evidence-based,

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00:08:28

Episode 17: Tell Me More! Pilot

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2024/03/27

We’re trying something new this month! This mini episode features two real-world questions from L&S instructors, with recommendations from two of our instructional technologists at the IDC, Antonella Caloro and Laura Schmidli. Listen in as they discuss a practical tool for scheduling office hours on demand, and a recommendation for weekly, repeating assignments in Canvas. The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning Administration and produced by the

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00:29:22

Episode 16: Preparing for Adversity and Building...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2024/02/28

In the second episode of our two-part miniseries on coaching, Molly Harris talks with Gary White, Associate Head Coach of the UW Volleyball team. Coach White discusses how he and his coaching team foster belonging and resilience in their student-athletes. He emphasizes the importance of goal-setting and the feedback loop to support individual and team growth.Episode Transcript The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning Administration and produced by the

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00:29:19

Episode 15: Building Community through Shared...

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2024/01/25

This episode is the first in our series on coaching and teaching. Exchange Producer David Macasaet talks with Jon Reader, Associate Head Coach of the UW-Madison Wrestling team. They discuss supporting student athletes on and off the mat and the inclusive experience of communally conquering a challenge–like running the Camp Randall stairs at 6am. See the transcript for this episode. The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning Administration and produced by the

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00:02:40

Episode 14: Bonus! Wrap-Up and Teaser

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2023/12/26

We wrap up 2023 with a thank you to all our guests, supporters, and listeners. And we tease our upcoming limited series. Listen now to find out what’s up next in 2024! The L&S Exchange Podcast is brought to you by L&S Teaching & Learning Administration and produced by the Instructional Design Collaborative. This podcast is recorded on ancestral Ho-Chunk land, a place their nation has called Teejop (day-JOPE) since time immemorial. Featured Audio Denzel Washington as Coach Herman Boone

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00:23:08

Episode 13: Authentic Science Assessment: Striking a...

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2023/12/04

In this episode, Exchange Producer David Macasaet sits down with Sam Pazicni, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, to discuss assessment in chemistry education. Sam shares how his background in music performance has influenced his approach to creating authentic, equitable assessments. He also introduces our audience to the Science Practices from the Next Generation Science Standards as an additional framework to help instructors specify learning goals. See the transcript for this episode and

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00:25:57

Episode 12: Community and Relationships in Learning

The Letters and Science Exchange ·

2023/10/25

In this episode, Laura Schmidli speaks with Dr. Janet Batzli, Director and Distinguished Faculty Associate Emerita in the Biocore Program, as she looks back on over two decades of teaching experience. Dr. Batzli shares inclusive practices from biology classrooms and from her research with colleagues. We explore experiential learning, student leadership and mentoring, threshold concepts, and ways of knowing within a discipline. --- Send in a voice message:

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