Schedule of Events:

Dennis DeTurck, Dean of the College, offers a brief introduction to the days activities, and why student collaboration is important to undergraduate education.

This session will provide a brief overview of theory and research into the benefits of group work, both within the curriculum and in support of the curriculum. It is intended for faculty from all disciplines who want to improve their understanding of how collaborative work impacts the learning process.

Moderator: Myrna Cohen (Learning Resources Center)

Presenters: Peter Kuriloff (Graduate School of Education), Andrew Trister (Penn Mentoring Program)

Faculty presenters will explain how and why they have integrated group assignments into their courses. These examples will illustrate how the principles discussed in the previous session can be applied in the classroom. This session will be of value to faculty who are considering introducing group work to their courses to enhance and promote active learning.

Moderator: Larry Robbins (Center for Teaching and Learning)

Presenters: Jacqui Sadashigi (Critical Writing Program), Larry Robbins (Management 253/THAR 280), John Sabini (Psychology)

This round-table session offers the opportunity to discuss some of the practical details related to implementing group projects. It is intended for faculty who are ready to develop group projects or looking to improve upon those already offered. Topics may include grading, group dynamics, and support services.

Moderator: Janet Tighe (History and Sociology of Science)

Also participating: Bruce Lenthall (Director of CWiC); Nick Okrent (Research Support Specialist for the Library), Myrna Cohen (Director of the Weingarten Learning Resources Center) and John MacDermott (Director of Instructional Technology for SAS Computing)

A panel of students will discuss how they work together -- even when they are doing individual assignments. Students will discuss how they form informal study groups, how they use supervised support services, and other issues of concern to them as they do their assignments. It is intended for faculty who want to improve their understanding of how students interact outside the classroom.

Moderator: Larry Robbins

Student Panelists: Farrah Freis (SAS), Gabe Kopin (SEAS), Danielle Qi (Wharton/SAS)

This round-table discussion will focus on distinguishing between appropriate and inappropriate collaboration among students. It is intended to help faculty understand social issues and academic policies so they can help guide students toward productive behaviors and prevent violations of academic integrity.

Moderator: Greg Guild (Biology)

Also participating: Michele Goldfarb (Office of Student Conduct), Valerie Ross (Critical Writing Program), Leslie Schwab (SAS, Co-Chair, University Honor Council), and Shannon Hedvat (SEAS, Co-Chair, University Honor Council)