In this episode, we connect with Dr. Joseph Sirven, Professor of Practice at ASU, and Tamara Mitchell, Principal Instructional Designer. They discuss HCD 404: Advanced Concepts in the Science of Healthcare Delivery, a groundbreaking course that integrates real-world healthcare advancements with innovative instructional design to enhance student engagement and learning. Dr. Sirven, a renowned neurologist and host of the NPR podcast “What’s Health Got to Do with It?”, shares his insights on the intersection of healthcare delivery and public health communication. Tamara Mitchell provides an in-depth look at the course’s unique elements, including the use of podcasting assignments and the community-driven platform Yellowdig, which together create a dynamic and interactive learning environment. This course not only equips students with critical knowledge and skills in healthcare delivery but also empowers them to become influential voices in the field through practical, hands-on experiences.
Dr. Joseph Sirven | Professor of Practice
Dr. Joseph Sirven, an Emeritus Professor and Chair of Neurology at Mayo Clinic Arizona, currently practices at the Mayo Clinic and serves as Editor-in-Chief of Brain & Life en Español. With a rich background in neurology and public health communication, Dr. Sirven teaches health systems science at ASU’s College of Health Solutions. He has published extensively on epilepsy and its treatment and is a certified Aviation medical examiner and FAA consultant. Dr. Sirven also hosts the NPR podcast “What’s Health Got to Do with It?” which is integrated into his course to enrich student learning.
Tamara Mitchell | Instructional Designer
Tamara Mitchell, Principal Instructional Designer with EdPlus at ASU, has over 12 years of experience in designing online courses and 7.5 years of teaching online writing courses. She holds an MA in English Language and Literature and an MSEd in Information Technology and Instructional Design. Tamara focuses on creating engaging, inclusive, and effective online learning environments.
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If you’d like to hear more from Dr. Joseph Sirven, check out his NPR podcast, “What’s Health Got to Do with it?”
If you want to learn more about UDL and how to apply these practices to your course, check out The UDL Guidelines from CAST here!
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