Innovative Approaches to Student Engagement: Gamified Learning and Parallel Thinking

In this panel, two educators share their creative strategies for enhancing student engagement. Seth Powless (Beaver) uses a flipped, gamified curriculum with application software that mirrors industry tools, providing hands-on learning experiences that boost technology skills and engagement. Fernando Soto (Greater Allegheny) employs Edward de Bono’s Six Thinking Hats to foster inclusive, diverse class discussions by encouraging students to explore topics from multiple perspectives. Together, these methods not only transform classroom dynamics but also equip students with critical skills for real-world success.

Presented By:

• Dr. Seth Powless, Assistant Teaching Professor of Business, Beaver
• Dr. Fernando Soto, Assistant Professor of Engineering, Greater Allegheny

Facilitator: Dr. Allain Daigle, Greater Allegheny/Fayette