Research and Innovation in General Education

Share research connected to general education disciplines and/or cross-disciplinary related topics/research that highlight the core disciplines that underpin the School of Multidisciplinary and Professional Studies at Purdue University Global. This track explores the Arts and Humanities, Communications, Experiential Learning, Mathematics, Professional Studies,  Sciences, and Social Sciences. All types of scholarship and research can find a spot within this track.

Ideas that fall under this theme include, but are not limited to:

• Scholarship connected to the core themes of general education (Theoretical constructs, think pieces, new knowledge, sustained inquiry, etc.)

• Research related to professional skills and connected to core themes covered in general education (scholarship/research in practice, studies, case studies, applied research, etc.)

Leadership

Leadership is critical to success in higher education and within the workplace. This track focuses on research and/or application of effective leadership strategies and general education principles in the classroom and/or within administrative and staff roles. Research and/or applications should be focused on ways leaders in higher education foster student success in a complex global environment.

Ideas that fall under this theme include, but are not limited to: 

• Trends that shape higher education and how they impact administration, faculty, staff, and students

• Data-driven decision making

• Dual roles

• Diversity in higher education

• Leadership during crisis

Contemporary Challenges / Trends in Higher Education

In an increasingly complex and globalized world, general education has taken on a new core significance. General education courses provide students with a firm foundation for both their core program of study and for life-long learning.  This track examines contemporary issues, problems, and trends in higher education via research connected to general education.

Ideas that fall under this theme include, but are not limited to: 

• Rising cost of higher education

• Access and opportunity

• Online education

• Technological trends: disruptive and enhancing

• Revolutionized learning spaces/places

• Teaching and learning in uncertain times

Diversity and Inclusivity Within Higher Education

As noted in our institutional philosophy: “Purdue Global recognizes the worth and dignity of all people and is sensitive to the diversity of cultural and ethnic backgrounds represented in its student population. All students are encouraged to reach their potential within the framework of their individual needs, interests, and capabilities.” This track is designed to showcase research that celebrates diversity and highlights the importance of inclusivity within higher education.

Ideas that fall under this theme include, but are not limited to: 

• Student support systems (including student-led organizations)

• Faculty support systems (including faculty-led organizations)

• Highlighting diversity and inclusivity in the classroom

• Equity and justice in higher education: policy and practice

• Underrepresented student/faculty populations

Special Focus Lightning Sessions

Showcase your work in an exciting way. Presentation delivery will be in a “lightning session” format where a series of images is displayed in a rapid, highly engaged, meaningful, and concise presentation. Presenters will display exactly 20 slides for exactly 15 seconds each for a total of exactly 5 minutes to highlight their ideas. Some fun ideas for lightning sessions include technology tool previews, snapshots of research, best practices in teaching highlights, creative works (creative writing, art, photography), or anything that would be fast-paced and engaging (please see session guidelines for instructions).