Balancing Teaching and Research

Balancing Teaching and Research
Comments from an Ogden College Seminar, January 17, 2007

Presented by : Dean Blaine Ferrell, Dr. Cheryl Davis, Biology, Dr. Lou Strolger and
Dr. Roger Scott, Physics & Astronomy, and Dr. Kevin Williams, Chemistry.

Edited by Dr. Sally Kuhlenschmidt, Director
Faculty Center for Excellence in Teaching
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Why engage in research and grant writing?

How do you approach the challenge of balancing teaching and research?

Practically, how do I accomplish this and stay motivated?

What are some ways to get help to do research and still teach?

What do I do if I arrive with little teaching experience?

Part of the challenge of balancing teaching and research is not knowing which side will be weighted. How much time do I really have to spend on engagement research?

How do you, the Dean, assess teaching?

What about service?

How do you manage students?

How do you get students to write?

You may have the data but it is hard getting a publication out. How do you get things written?

Editor's Note: Due to the dynamic nature of the interaction between panelists and audience, you should not take these as literal quotes from the participants. They are my interpretation and a summarization of ideas and issues offered during the seminar. Errors should be attributed to me.

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