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Course Stories, Season 5, Episode 3: Harmonize Society and Environment with GPH 210

Join us as we engage in a conversation with Dr. Kaelin Groom, who shares her experiences in redesigning a course to incorporate new technologies, guide learners in utilizing AI, and integrate one of ASU’s key design aspirations into a meaningful service project. Kaelin discusses how she personalized an inherited course in a way that is meaningful to her and how this enhancement ignites a tangible passion for the subject among students. We will gain insights into the use of a tool called Harmonize, and learn about their distinctive approach to employing AI in the classroom for completing assignments. Most importantly, Kaelin will reveal how you can involve students in real-world experiences and projects through an environmental service project that motivates and inspires not only the students in the course but also the broader community. Tune in now to discover their tips and tricks!

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In this Episode:

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Dr. Kaelin Groom

Dr. Kaelin Groom is a professional researcher, instructor at Arizona State University, and freelance cartographer. Brandishing a wide array of specialties and experience, her research foci range from community engagement in heritage science to traditional geomorphology, and landscape change, all culminating in multiple book chapters, scientific journal articles, and popular media. She earned her PhD in Environmental Dynamics from the University of Arkansas and has been teaching online for ASU since 2017. She’s a passionate advocate for making higher education both accessible and applicable to growing global challenges by implementing creative non-traditional assessments and using industry standards to guide course design.

Elizabeth Blythe-Lee

Elizabeth Blythe-Lee, a Senior Instructional Designer at ASU Online – EdPlus, is the creative force behind Course Stories. An ASU alumna with a BA in English Literature and a Masters of Education from NAU, Elizabeth has been a part of the ASU community since 2009. Her expertise in crafting accessible online courses is enhanced by her passion for storytelling and a unique flair for adding a touch of Disney magic to her work. A history and literature enthusiast, Elizabeth’s background in writing shines through in every course narrative, making learning an enchanting journey.

Your Hosts

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Ricardo Leon is a Media Developer for EdPlus and is a co-creator and co-host of Course Stories. He has developed a number of other podcasts and various other forms of instructional media. In 2021, Ricardo was on a team that received The President’s Award, which formally recognizes successful solutions in innovation, for his work on the Study Hall project with Crash Course.
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Mary Loder is an instructional designer at EdPlus and is the Online Learning Manager - Professional Development and Training on the Instructional Design and New Media team at EdPlus. She is also the co-creator and co-host for Course Stories, a podcast highlighting and showcasing the talents of our faculty and staff at ASU.

Your Producer

Elizabeth Blythe-Lee, a Senior Instructional Designer at ASU Online - EdPlus, is the creative force behind Course Stories. An ASU alumna with a BA in English Literature and a Masters of Education from NAU, Elizabeth has been a part of the ASU community since 2009. Her expertise in crafting accessible online courses is enhanced by her passion for storytelling and a unique flair for adding a touch of Disney magic to her work. A history and literature enthusiast, Elizabeth's background in writing shines through in every course narrative, making learning an enchanting journey.

Resources from this Episode

Additional Links for your enjoyment and exploration into a deeper understanding of this Course Story.

Learn more about ASU Design Aspirations here!

Interested in trying out Harmonize in your class:

    1. https://harmonizelearning.com/ 
    2. https://harmonizelearning.com/pilot/ 

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