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Posted on February 21, 2022February 28, 2022

Episode 108: A Faculty Vision for Transformation of STEM Education

Guest physics professor Dr. Zhongzhou Chen joins hosts Tom and Kelvin to discuss a compelling vision for transforming the nature of STEM education via digital learning practices and technologies.

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