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Can a Sitcom Teach Philosophy? Meet a Scholar Advising 'The Good Place'

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And NBC even created a series of short animated videos starring this Clemson professor explaining basic ideas of moral philosophy that they’ve put on the network’s YouTube channel. Which raises the question: how much should colleges use pop culture in their courses?

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Making Memories on the First Day of Class

Faculty Focus

The first day of class should be much more than “syllabus day” – the first day of class is hugely important in setting the tone for the entire semester in many ways. through historical or pop culture examples, with storytelling), and provide students the opportunity to ask questions (e.g., Renken, M.S.

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Making Memories on the First Day of Class

Faculty Focus

The first day of class should be much more than “syllabus day” – the first day of class is hugely important in setting the tone for the entire semester in many ways. through historical or pop culture examples, with storytelling), and provide students the opportunity to ask questions (e.g., Renken, M.S.