Three ideas are at the foundation of the : Teaching-as-Research, Learning Community, and Learning-through-Diversity.
Teaching-as-Research (TAR)
Teaching-as-Research is the deliberate, systematic and reflective use of research methods by instructors to develop and implement teaching practices that advance the learning experiences and outcomes of both students and teachers.
Learning Communities
Learning Communities bring together groups of people from different disciplines for shared learning, discovery and the generation of knowledge of effective teaching practices.
Learning-through-Diversity
Learning-through-diversity capitalizes on the rich array of experiences, backgrounds, and skills among STEM undergraduates and graduates-through-faculty to enhance the learning of all.
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