Student Voices Part 2
Teaching and learning in LfA modalities presents new challenges for faculty and students. Undergraduate students in leadership roles and across different disciplines share their remote and hybrid learning experiences, and discuss challenges, successes, and elements of LfA instruction they most appreciate.
Topics include:
How Are Hands-on Engineering Classes Adapting To LfA?
LfA Through A Hybrid Lens
Global Learning Community: Challenges Of Transitioning From In-person Classes To The Digital Landscape
International Students: Living Like Vampires During Covid-19
A Student’s Perspective: Why Are Residential Students Not Attending In-person Classes?
View the one-hour presentation above or access individual Lightning Talks below.
Student Voices Part 2 Presentation
How Are Hands-on Engineering Classes Adapting To LfA?
Overview
The hallmark of many mechanical engineering classes are often their hands-on components, be it labs or projects. To adapt, Engineering professors have all derived different solutions to strive for the same level of education but from home, with varying levels of success. The presentation breaks down strategies based on Fall 2020 experiences.
Presenter
Aaron Hwang
Major: Mechanical Engineering
BU College of Engineering ’21
Student Perspective: LfA Through A Hybrid Lens
Overview
Students and professors completed their first semester of LfA Fall 2020 and it was a learning experience for both. This presentation discusses some benefits and challenges of learning remotely and in-person, and highlights which tools emulated the in-person learning experience online without compromising student engagement.
Presenter
Stephannie Joseph
Major: Journalism
BU College of Communication ’23
Testimonial
“Inspirational…Wonderful choices in your student speakers. They were all articulate and thoughtful!”
“Our students offered a very helpful perspective on breakout rooms, breaks, introductions, the experience of being in the classroom, the importance of flexibility, etc.”
– Student Voices Part 2 Lightning Talk Attendees
Global Learning Community: Transitioning To The Digital Learning Landscape
Overview
This student presentation highlights the challenges of transitioning from in-person classes to the digital landscape with a focus on group projects and managing procrastination and distractions. The talk addresses scheduling classes and team meetings both in-person and on Zoom with students who are in the area and who are learning from around the world.
Presenter
Gabriel Alejandro Ramos Rivera
Major: Computer Engineering
BU College of Engineering ’21
International Students: Living Like Vampires During Covid-19
Overview
Due to the spread of Covid-19, international students are experiencing unique challenges while learning remotely. In order to take Zoom classes synchronously, students have to modify their usual routine time to an unusual one, which is always not consistent with their friends and family. This student presentation addresses how the lack of social connection and a lack of sunlight may prompt psychological challenges for international students.
Presenter
Zhiquan Shen (Sheila)
Major: Statistics
BU College of Arts and Sciences ’23
Why Are Residential Students Not Attending In-person Classes?
Overview
This talk highlights some of the reasons why students are not attending in-person classes, from fear of exposure to the possible feeling of isolation in the classroom. The presentation includes suggested resolutions to make the classroom environment feel more inviting for students and professors.
Presenters
Noor Siddiqui
Major: Human Physiology
Sargent College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences ’21
About the Moderator: Associate Provost and Dean of Students Kenneth Elmore
As Associate Provost and Dean of Students, Kenneth Elmore coordinates University efforts to provide a safe environment, where students can find their way within a vibrant academic community. He additionally works with the President and Provost to raise philanthropic support for undergraduate student scholarships, and shares leadership and management of projects associated with student-focused facilities, physical infrastructure, and capital projects. Read more.
About Boston University's Remote & Hybrid Teaching & Learning Lightning Talk Series
The Remote Teaching & Learning Lightning Talks 2020-21 speaker series, co-hosted by Digital Learning & Innovation and The Center for Teaching & Learning, is a reflection and learning forum where Boston University faculty and invited guests identify areas of challenge and opportunity and share strategies for engaging educational experiences in the remote-learning environment.