Palomar College Professional Development

DVDs and VIDEOS

Check the CDs, DVDs, videos or books you wish to borrow. We ask that you honor the two-week loan period so others have the opportunity to use the media.

New CDs and DVDs

Not Thinking the World Apart: Transforming the Power Dynamic & Living the Questions in the Classroom

Code # 79

Recorded on site at the 2006 Teaching Professor Conference in Nashville, TN, this presentation by Michael Glaser looks at some of the in-process techniques that one teacher is developing and employing as he struggles with issues of power, passivity and authenticity in the required general education courses he teaches. Focus is given to such questions as: How can college professors encourage students who are unpracticed in thinking, questioning and risk taking to do so because they want to rather than because the teacher can make them? How can educators re-awaken the excitement and curiosity of the liberal arts as an enjoyable, engaged, educational experience?

PD Hours: 1 Hour

What Motivates College Students to Cheat

Code # 81

Academic cheating has been described as both epidemic and endemic. It is considered a significant problem because it is occurring on all college campuses with high frequency and because it undermines the foundation of the college as a learning institution. A review of the literature on cheating behaviors revealed percentages of self-reported cheating ranging from 24% to 98%. The present study explored the relationship between academic dishonesty and student backgrounds, along with student attitudes. This1998 was conducted by Jeff Walls and included faculty and students.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

Promoting Effective Teaching Through Assessment

Code # 80

Faculty need to be able to demonstrate that they are responsible in their teaching, but they also need to continue to develop themselves as teachers to meet the changing expectations of their profession, society and students. Student ratings have always been the most common type of evidence of teaching quality, but it is often overused and misused.

In this session, recorded on-site at the 2006 Teaching Professor Conference in Nashville, TN, Larry Braskamp discusses the changing expectations of faculty and how student ratings can be better utilized to meet both the individual needs of the professor and the needs of the institution to have trustworthy evidence to make decisions about the faculty.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

The Art of Listening

Code # 105

The Art of Listening teaches practical techniques to use immediately. It presents listening as a skill your students can learn, practice, and perfect. This engaging program uses home and workplace situations to teach seven "Laws of Good Listening." The program illustrates the surprising value of attentive silence, the need to find something of interest in the person speaking, and the importance of staying out of the speaker's way.

The techniques suggest how and when to take notes, the role of body language in listening, and the need to "listen between the words" for feelings.

The program explores how people use different “filtering systems” to give the same message completely different meanings. Each "law” is a key toward improved listening and communication.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

Communicating Between Cultures

Code # 106

Some "cultural givens" are so deeply imbedded in thought patterns they lead to communication breakdowns. View this series of eye opening cross-cultural situations. Observe how "cultural givens" such as "getting right to the point," "saving face," taking turns in conversation, and saying "yes" or "no" complicate inter-cultural communication. Allow this multi-cultural cast to teach practical guidelines for communicating between cultures.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

disAbility Awareness

Code # 107

This is not a program ABOUT people with disabilities: it is about communicating with and relating to people. When you see someone who is paralyzed, unable to hear or speak, or unable to see, how do you react? Pity? Discomfort? Your reactions influence your ability to communicate.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

Help! They Stole My Name!

Code # 108

What is identity theft? Can it happen to you? How likely is it that it will? What can you do if it does happen? The people you'll see on screen aren't actors, and their harrowing tales are genuine.

Learn how identity theft happens, and what you can do if your identity if stolen. You can also learn how to give your wallet a make-over to frustrate thieves, which ATMs are most likely to be safe from "skimmers" and how to safely manage your e-mail and internet activity.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

Your Nutrition Style

Code # 109

"Your Nutrition Style" focuses on a key idea of the newly released food pyramid that eating patterns have to fit individual needs. There is no one daily diet that is best for everyone. The video explains why eating styles could cause problems and how to adjust eating patterns to match the USDA dietary guidelines. Here's your chance to learn the gold standard of solid nutrition.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

Returning DVDs and Videos

Assessment of the Teaching-Learning Process

Code # 82

This video was created during Fall 2003 Convocation. Fred Trapp, Administrative Dean for Research & Academic Services, Long Beach City College, discusses the multi-step process for conducting learning outcomes assessment and the relationship it has to the accreditation process.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Bias in the Classroom: Theirs & Ours - DVD

Code # 83

William Leslie, Philosophy Department, and Bill Jahnel, Economics, History, & Political Science Department, facilitate this workshop centered around what it means to be biased (faculty and students) and what are the consequences of being biased. How do professors respond to charges of being biased? Is it appropriate for a professor to take a stand on controversial issues?

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Celebrate What’s Right with the World

Code # 84

In this video, National Geographic freelance photographer Dewitt Jones shares insights and experiences gained both personally and professionally.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Character Is Destiny - DVD

(for computer only)

Code # 85

Why is character discussed so regularly? Why do experts believe a strong character is vital to the long-term success of every individual and every organization? Russell W. Gough, national ethics expert, illustrates the importance of doing the right thing every time.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

Everyday Creativity - DVD

(for computer only)

Code # 86

Everyday Creativity teaches a surprising truth about creativity - that it's not a magical, mysterious occurrence, but a ready tool that enables you to look at the ordinary and see the extraordinary.

PD Hours: 1 Hour

Excellence in Adjunct Instruction

Code # 87

This video tape series contains the following three parts on one video:

Part I: Orients the new part-time instructor to his or her situation and the nature of community college teaching.

Part II: Stresses knowing college policies and operations. It demonstrates the value of a syllabus in helping the instructor plan.

Part III: Deals with the instructor/student relationship.

PD Hours: 3 Hours

Freeway Flier No More! - DVD & VHS

Code # 88

History Professor Bill Jahnel offers advice on how you can increase your attractiveness to a hiring committee. He addresses pitfalls with transcripts, C.V.s, cover letters, interview questions and teaching demonstrations.

The presentation was filmed at the Fall 2005 workshop.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Humor in the Classroom - DVD & VHS

Code # 89

Humor can take us to new places and do things for us that are uniquely advantageous. This popular workshop, presented by History professors Bill Jahnel and Chris Johnson, suggests ways you can put the power of humor to work as a strategy for success in your classroom.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

International Studies in the Community College – DVD

Code # 90

This is a recording of a live videoconference presented Fall 2004. The internationalization of faculty, courses, and curriculum extends the impact of community college global initiatives directly in the classroom. This recording explores the most central issue in international education today: How can community colleges build effective curriculum development projects to enhance students' global competencies and position them to succeed in the increasingly competitive world marketplace?

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Magic of Conflict - DVD & VHS

Code # 91

In the Magic of Conflict series, Thomas Crum presents a powerful approach to turning any conflict into an opportunity for growth and learning. It combines the latest breakthroughs in conflict resolution, stress management and optimum performance with mind/body training techniques from the Japanese martial art of Aikido. This series consists of 4 VHS tapes or 1 DVD.

PD Hours: 4 Hours

Making Copyright Work for You – DVD

Code # 92

This is a recording of a live videoconference presented Fall 2004. A panel of leading copyright experts leads an audience of librarians and other faculty to ask the kinds of questions to give you the information you need to understand complex copyright and intellectual property issues. Experts share their thoughts and projections for the future of copyright in the digital age.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Students in Crisis: How Can We Help?

Code # 93

Have you ever received a student’s paper threatening harm to self or others? Have you noticed a student who was unusually agitated, withdrawn, confusing body language, tense, eyes dilated or no eye contact? Any of these situations should be a cause to take action and notify someone. Who do you call? What actions do you take? Check out this video presenting an interactive panel from Student Affairs, Health Services, Public Safety, Counseling & Disability Resource Center.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Teaching Social Class: The Invisible Dimension of Diversity - DVD

Code # 94

Dr. Susan Miller and Dr. Kathleen Grove, Sociology Department, lead this workshop that explores how to teach students to think critically about the influence of social class on their lives and the world around them. Participants are given specific ideas on classroom techniques, curriculum, and writing assignments that help students understand this invisible dimension of diversity.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Teaching Strategies for Student Retention - DVD & VHS

Code # 95

Two interactive discussion groups composed of past recipients of the Distinguished Faculty Award discuss teaching and retention strategies as well as philosophies used in their classes. Participants include Morgan Peterson and Kevin Barrett, Administration of Justice; Bill Jahnel and Chris Johnson, History; and Jim Hamerly, Business Instructor at CSUSM.

PD Hours: 2 Hours

Books

Cases for Community College Teachers

Code # 96

Thought-provoking and practical solutions for community college educators by Dr. Rebecca Kamm

It Works for Me, Online!

Code # 98

Shared tips for online and web-enhanced teaching by Hal Blythe & Charlie Sweet

Cultivating Judgment

Code # 97

A Sourcebook for Teaching Critical Thinking Across the Curriculum by John Nelson

It Works for Us, Collaboratively!

Code # 99

Shared tips for effective collaboration by Hal Blythe & Charlie Sweet