
Brian Shmaefsky joins to show to share how he engages his students through community work and asks Justin how to do this in a way to match students interests and motivations. Listen in for some great examples of community-based learning that Brian is doing!Want to be a part of the show? Submit a question!Brian Shmaefsky is an environmental scientist who’s spent more over 30 years making complex STEM topics accessible, relevant, and engaging for diverse student communities. His work bridges classroom teaching, public outreach, and environmental justice, with a focus on helping learners see how science directly connects to their lives and communities. Learn more about Brian on his LinkedIn page.Learn about the great community-based work that Lisa Corwin is doing at the University of Colorado.Learn how you, your department, or your institution can work with Justin to improve STEM education together.www.recombinanteducation.com
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