Mission

 

The Center for Pedagogical Advancement fosters student success through faculty success. By engaging educators in evidence-based pedagogical practices, responsive curriculum design, and interdisciplinary collaborations, the center is dedicated to partnering with faculty members to prepare Behrend graduates with durable skills for the ever-changing world.

Staff and Contact

Qi Dunsworth

Qi Dunsworth, Ph.D. 

Qi is the Director of the Center for Teaching Initiatives. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Technology and provides pedagogical support for faculty members on campus. In addition to facilitating teaching workshops, she works with faculty members closely to make current classes more engaging. She partners with faculty members on interdisciplinary initiatives and projects to enrich undergraduate education at Behrend. 

 

Meet me in person for:

  • Classroom visits
  • Course improvement
  • Active learning strategies
  • Collaboration on grants and projects

Services and Projects

Developing

Class Observation

Providing opportunities of professional growth in teaching and career
Connecting

Professional Development

Providing opportunities to connect with professionals from PSU and beyond

Sharing

Faculty Workshops

Providing a platform for educators to share ideas, practices, and insights

Sharing

Learning Space

Integrating design with practice to benefit learning across all disciplines

Experimenting

Course Enhancement

Revising courses by incorporating evidence-based practices

Grant Collaboration

Partnering with faculty members on projects for broader impacts

Office Location