Distinguished Faculty Lecture 2019–2020

Debbie Muthersbaugh, Ph.D.
Dean of the School of Education and Psychology

Seeing is Knowing: Exploring the Impact of Visual Representations in Teaching and Learning

Sunday, Nov. 10, 2019, 7 p.m.
Melvin K. West Fine Arts Center Auditorium

Pictures and drawings have been used in teaching practices over time. Most educators use visual cues in teaching to support what we think or know. Using visual representations provides more meaningful learning experiences and confidence in their abilities. But how can we better understand the value of visual aspects for learning? Debbie Muthersbaugh, dean of the WWU School of Education and Psychology, has researched the subject and analyzed the findings of a series of studies. In the annual WWU Distinguished Faculty Lecture she will share some of her findings, including answers to such questions as: What are the connections between art, science, math, and other subjects? How can being intentional when choosing and using images for teaching and learning assist students in creating a more positive attitude toward their own learning? How do these integrative practices lead to a more inclusive classroom and campus?