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�How Open Educational Resources Bring Sociology to Life

Dr. Lisa M. Wiśniewski,

Professor of Sociology

Goodwin University

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About Sociology at Goodwin University

  • Very few courses in Sociology
    • Introduction to Sociology
    • Health and Social Issues of Aging
  • The institution is focused and supports Open Education Resources (OER)
    • Institutional committee and several courses have been redeveloped using OER
  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
  • Sociology rebuild was the first UDL focused course at the university
    • The course was redesigned in 2018

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The Textbook

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Community Conversations: From local to global engagement

    • In partnership with Connecticut Foodshare
    • Focused on food insecurity in Connecticut and how communities can support access to nutritious food

Feeding Hope: Aubrey Roscoe’s Journey to End Food Insecurity in Connecticut

    • Honorary Consul of Romania to Connecticut and attorney at Harris Beach Murtha
    • Discussed her childhood living through the Romanian Revolution and moving to the United States as an international student

Immigration, Democracy, and Diplomacy: Dana Bucin’s Path from Romania to the U.S.

    • In partnership with Literacy Volunteers of Greater Hartford
    • Discussed literacy education in the Greater Hartford region and impact on communities

Transforming Lives through Literacy Education in Greater Hartford

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Community Conversations: From local to global engagement

    • Discussed personal experiences as a neurodivergent student and how this shaped her experiences in college
    • Discussed how these experiences shape her work in faculty and curriculum development

Neurodiversity, Inclusive Teaching, and the Power of Advocacy: A Conversation with Dr. Sarah Silverman

    • In partnership with Joe Young Entertainment
    • Discussed his career in the entertainment industry and how this work shapes his work with the Greater Hartford community

Drawing from Experience: Joe Young on Art, Impact, and Giving Back