In today's digital age, where misinformation spreads faster than wildfire, it's crucial to equip ourselves with the tools to discern fact from fiction. Vince Filak, an award-winning multimedia journalism professor and author from the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh, unravels the complex web of fake news, misinformation, and disinformation in social…

Steven Fein, a professor of psychology at Williams College, recently sat down with Garth Neufeld of PsychSessions to discuss his career, research, and teaching. He highlights his 32-year tenure at the elite liberal arts college, noting its small class sizes and focus on undergraduate education. Steve also discusses his work with co-authors Saul Kas…

Dr. Wind Goodfriend, a professor of Experimental Psychology at Buena Vista University, recently sat down with PsychSessions' Garth Neufeld to discuss her career and journey from a challenging childhood in Ames, Iowa, to becoming who she is today. Wind recounts her experiences with undiagnosed Tourette's Syndrome and autism, her expulsion from a rel…

In this episode, Sage Faculty Partner Dr. Ryan Button, a sociology professor at Tyler Junior College, discusses the importance of values and ethics in education. He highlights the shift from values-based learning to a belief-based system driven by standardized tests and performance metrics. Additionally, Ryan emphasizes the need for a growth mindse…

Tim Molina, a Sage Faculty Partner and Communications Professor at Northwest Vista College in San Antonio, Texas, sat down with Sage authors Susan Beauchamp and Stanley Baran to discuss the crucial role of media literacy and critical thinking in today's digital age. Susan and Stanley are the authors of Introduction to Human Communication: Perceptio…

The first Generation Z students have arrived, and with them comes a host of unique challenges that stretch our well-used and applied pedagogical strategies. These digital natives are more independent-minded than collaborative team players. Join one of our Sage Faculty Partners, Regina Durante, Ph.D., who will share fresh insights on what makes Gen …

Sage author and Political Science Professor Lisa Baglione, Ph.D., shares strategies for engaging today's diverse students in Introduction to Comparative Politics. Drawing from real-world examples, using sports analogies, incorporating film clips, and other scenarios, she is able to capture the interest of both majors and non-majors in her political…

In part 2 of a 2-part podcast on trends in Mass Communication (listen to part 1 here, part of the Sage College Publishing Podcast channel), best-selling author and educator Vincent F. Filak emphasizes the value of DEI in broadening perspectives and fostering student engagement and growth. He highlights more inclusive teaching strategies and integra…

Join best-selling author and educator Vincent F. Filak as he dives into the dynamic world of mass communication. Uncover the thrilling evolution of the field, feel the pulse of new technologies, and join the journey into the future of this ever-evolving discipline.Af Sage College Publishing Podcast: Mass Communication

A conversation with Dr. Krisstal D. Clayton, SAGE author, clinical associate professor, director of Undergraduate Programs, and associate chair of academics for the Department of Psychology at the University of North Texas. Co-author of Essentials of Psychology with Saul Kassin and Gregory J. Privitera. Dr. Clayton discusses mental health trends, q…

A conversation with Dr. Dawn M. McBride, SAGE author, professor of psychology at Illinois State University, and recipient of the Illinois State University Teaching Initiative Award and the Illinois State University SPA/Psi Chi Jim Johnson Award for commitment to undergraduate mentorship, involvement, and achievement. Co-author of Psychology, Sevent…