Applied Math @wentworthinst -- dynamical systems, (delay) differential equations. Let's share insights on teaching and math. #BlackLivesMatter #TransRights
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Joined July 2017
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Among the elements of the shared core grammar all students need, mathematics and philosophy deserve special mention, says Manu Kapur
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We're launching the inaugural Mathematical Modeling Challenge @ MathFest.
Open to registered MathFest attendees, the challenge gives participants the opportunity to tackle a real-world problem using #MathModeling.
Learn more: comap.org/MMCM
#MathFest #MathContest
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We’ve changed the faculty performance system! Sign up for a training on how to copy and paste things from your vita into the new system. A possible 1% merit raise depends on completing this activity!
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Join Big Math Network’s Industry Connect panel on Nov 20, 3 p.m. EST! Meet biomathematics pros Dr. Sonya Snedecor (OPEN Health) and Dr. Joshua Campbell (BU). Students of all levels welcome to attend and ask questions!
Learn more and register here: us05web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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Join us TOMORROW at 4:00 pm ET for AWM's Communicating Employment Opportunities Series, "Beyond the Lecture Hall: Perspectives from Academia." Don't forget to SIGN UP at bit.ly/AWM-Career-Seminar. See you tomorrow! #AWM #WomenInMath #WomenInScience #Math #Careers #STEM #Academia
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I am an exceptional teacher. I know it because of the relationships I build w/ students, my classroom management, the learning that takes place, and the JOY I personally experience in the classroom.
But,
I also recognize how I fail miserably at being a good teacher “on paper.”
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A 🧵 on burnout
Yesterday I learned that when people are burnt out, their amygdala enlarges. For all you non-neuroscientists, here's what that means and why it's important. 1/
#AcademicChatter @AcademicChatter @CouragePhD
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I realize this is satire and so it exaggerates for the sake of humor. But, if you're in academia and your real life job situation closely resembles this? Something needs to change because this kind of thing should never become normalized. mcsweeneys.net/articles/clas…
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List of reasons to have a cup of tea:
-You’ve received good news
-You’ve received bad news
-You’re thirsty
-You’re tired
-You’re cold
-You’re under the weather
-You’re bored
-You need a break
-To make up after an argument
-Because someone else is having one
-To be polite
-Because you’re back from holiday
-Because biscuits are dry
-Because it’s a day ending in Y
-Just because you want one and you don’t ever need a reason so actually just ignore this list
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Must reply to this email, so it's only logical to let it haunt my inbox for several months instead, providing me with a mini-crisis every time I see it.
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Academics be like "there's a lot of confusion about this concept, but it's really quite intuitive. Allow me to explain"
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Going back to work after a break involves a few days of waiting to get back into the swing of things. Then eventually you remember you were never in the swing of things even before the break. There is no swing of things. The things remain unswinged.
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Dedicated teacher alert!
Not even the 2023 #NobelPrize in Physics could tear Anne L'Huillier from her students.
Our new physics laureate was busy teaching a class. During a scheduled break, she heard the news.
After the phone call, L'Huillier went right back to her students.
ALT Anne L'Huillier standing off to the side in a hallway. She is speaking on the phone and has a smile on her face.
