Seeking - evaluation/observation forms used for peer observations for teachers in higher ed. Especially useful if they include specific areas for improvement. Checklists w/ space for feedback is OK. #educsky #educationsky #teacherevalsky #higheredsky
Melissa Lovitz
@drmelislov.bsky.social
She/Her/Hers ▪️ PhD ▪️ 13.1 x 6 🏃♀️ 26.2 x 3 ▪️ CUNY
I have a small following here but just a reminder, I'm available to speak to grad students about pursuing teaching/lecturer roles in higher education (as opposed to professor roles). Happy to do a panel, guest lecture, or 1-on-1.
Friday conference acceptance hits differently. See you at the CUNY Teaching and Learning Conference!
I think now would be a great time to pause tenure clocks for all junior faculty - esp. those funded on NIH grants.
Guest Speaker Request! Seeking a queer or trans therapist who works with trans youth and their families to give a guest lecture in my Sexuality Counseling course for upper level, undergrad HDFS students. Virtual, honorarium is $100. #familysci #familypsych #devpsyc #psychsky #psychology #hdfs
Guest Speaker Request! Seeking a queer or trans therapist who works with trans youth and their families to give a guest lecture in my Sexuality Counseling course for upper level, undergrad HDFS students. Virtual, honorarium is $100. #familysci #familypsych #devpsyc #psychsky #psychology #hdfs
Seeking Resources: I teach a family resource management class and I'd like to include a section on mutual aid when I do my "Families in Crisis" unit. What readings, videos, or organizations should I highlight?? #familysci #familypsych #devpsych #psychsky
Should I read my course evaluations? I work really hard, and I think I'm ok/good at my job. I'm learning that I cannot please everyone AND students are SO hurtful on course evaluations. Like not helpful, critical feedback, just mean.
Nothing makes me want to quit my job more than student evaluations - except Rate my Professors. It's gross. Like I'm working my butt off every single day and I KNOW nobody would say those things about a male professor.
I'm playing a grading game. For every not good paper I have to grade another one til I find a good paper. For every good paper, I keep grading because hopefully the next one will be good too! #academia
I wonder if students even think their professors are people with feelings or if they feel nothing when the they trash us online... Seriously.
@cjdenial.bsky.social I am so excited about your book that I am thinking of coordinating a PLC/workshop series for Queens College faculty. Do you have any resources you've used that you would be willing to share? I'm sure the book has many great ideas for discussion and practical application!
Hi! I am about to be a foster parent & I could use your help getting ready! Agencies do not give parents anything to help them prepare. Can you please review my registry & buy something if you're able? Thanks! www.amazon.com/baby-reg/mel... #devsci #devpsych #psychsky #academicsky #devsky #educsky
Started watching The Irrational. It's essentially psych 101 in TV. The magic is lost when you have a PhD in applied developmental science! The show even says, "if you don't understand the science, everything looks like magic." 🤣 #academicsky #devpsychsky #devsky #hdfs #devscisky #psychsky
Hi! Anyone have a paid Kahoot account I can use today? NYC is on remote learning & I have more than 10 students in my class. Originally planned to do it in groups. Please help! #devsci #devpsych #hdfs #academicsky #devsky #educsky #educationsky #teachingsky #teachsky #psychsky
Putting this out into the universe... I'm looking for PAID consultant/contract research work related to early childhood development and parenting/family engagement. Can you help?? #devpsych #academicsky #psychsky #developmentalsci #devsci
I'm writing an exam for Family Relations (undergrad HDFS course). Is anyone willing to review it?! I can review something of yours or share relevant course content. Sincerely, a new faculty member who didn't learn how to write exams in grad school #devpsych #devsky #AcademicSky #edusky #edusky
Hi! Can anyone connect me to folks who might be willing to guest lecture in me sexuality counseling class on sex, sexual identity, intimacy, etc. and neurodivergence and/or disability?? #academicsky #devpsychsky #devsky #hdfs #devscisky
At #NCFR23, Dr. Norma J. Bond Burgess discussed the importance of telling your story and sharing your journey with your students. I shared my story with the HDFS club at Queens College today. Dr. Burgess' advice made it more meaningful to them and me. #devpsych #devsky #AcademicSky #edusky
Are there any teaching & pedagogy fellowships for higher ed? I want to improve my skills in assignment development and instruction. When I try to communicate my expectations, I feel condescending and don't get what I want in the final results. #devpsych #devsky #AcademicSky #edusky