Kevin Revell teaches introductory, general, and organic chemistry at Murray State University, and also serves as the assistant dean for the MSU Jones College of Science, Engineering, and Technology. A passionate educator, his teaching experience includes high school, community college, small private, state comprehensive, and state flagship institutions. His work encompasses curriculum, technology-enhanced pedagogy, assessment, and active-learning design. He has hosted a number of science education workshops, and is the senior editor for Flipped Chemistry, an online community for college-level instructors implementing active-learning pedagogies. His first textbook, Introductory Chemistry, published in December 2017. He is a synthetic chemist by training, and his research involves the synthesis and evaluation of functional organic materials.
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Driving Student Success: A Toolbox of Big Strategies and Little Tricks
For many students, first- and second-year chemistry courses present a significant barrier to their long-term success. Thoughtful course design and active-learning techniques can reduce this barrier, by providing environments where students are able to practice key skills and concepts at a granular level, building a foundation for success in higher-level classes. This presentation will highlight several approaches – both pedagogical techniques and new digital tools - to help students engage with chemistry in active, inquiry-driven environments.
Contact:
Murray State University
203A Industry and Technology Bldg.
Murray, KY 42071
Email: krevell@murraystate.edu
Business: 270-809-6896
Cell: 270-978-2774
