How do you help educators adapt, grow, and thrive in a rapidly changing world?

In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Kimberly Jacobs, we explore lessons learned from decades of faculty development, leadership, and change management. Kim shares insights from her work leading the Center for Teaching and Learning at American Public University System, where she supported thousands of faculty members as they developed new teaching practices, adopted emerging technologies, and improved student engagement.

The conversation also explores coaching, professional development, AI, online learning, and the ongoing challenge of helping educators embrace change while remaining focused on student success.

In this episode:

• Why great subject matter experts aren't always trained teachers
• The importance of learning methodology and adult learning theory
• Coaching versus telling in faculty development
• Building effective professional development programs
• Faculty readiness for AI and emerging technologies
• Lessons learned from large-scale change initiatives
• Rethinking general education for modern learners
• Why meaningful learning happens one person at a time

Key Takeaway

Effective educational leadership isn't about changing everyone at once. It's about building relationships, creating opportunities for growth, and helping each learner move forward from where they are today.

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• The Course Design Accelerator
• Faculty-in-the-Loop AI in Higher Education