Leading an
immersive learning experience can enhance your teaching abilities, allow you to delve into your passions on the subject of your choice, and give you the opportunity to experience a more interactive, hands-on approach to education.
Immersive learning projects come in all shapes and sizes.
Journalism faculty members
Jennifer Palilonis and
Brad King helped pioneer extensive coverage of
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition by
guiding students in their 24/7 coverage of the project, from the demolition of the old house to the unveiling of the new one.
History buff
Nancy Carlson, an associate professor of telecommunications, explored the stories of
building, living along, or traveling across the National Road.
Gary Dodson, a professor of biology, established an immersive learning experience that placed Ball State students into working situations within a real zoo—
a startlingly rare opportunity.
Anita Powell,
assistant professor of art education, created
a mixed media painting and mosaic mural and a hanging mobile sculpture for Second Harvest Food Bank.
While working with elementary children,
Patricia Clark, associate professor of elementary education, assisted a team of Ball State students to develop a
greater awareness of cultural diversity issues in the United States.
A
Provost Immersive Learning Grant can help make your ideas a reality.
Assistance is available to help plan out your immersive learning experiences. Need a partner? Contact Building Better Communities Fellows or the
Virginia B. Ball Center for Creative Inquiry.