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Research in Action | A podcast for faculty & higher education professionals on research design, methods, productivity & more

Research in Action is a weekly podcast by Oregon State University Ecampus, a national leader in online education. The podcast is hosted by Dr. Katie Linder, OSU Ecampus research director, who discusses topics and issues related to research in higher education with experts across a range of disciplines and institutions. Guests share their expertise on qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods, personal experiences as researchers, best practices, and organizational and productivity strategies. Listen and learn how you can make a difference through your research. ecampus.oregonstate.edu/podcast.
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May 18, 2017

Bonus Clip #2 [00:00-6:46]: Defining Isolationism

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May 18, 2017

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-4:34]: The Process of Being Nominated for a Carnegie Fellowship

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May 11, 2017

On this episode, Dr. Katie Linder, the Ecampus research director at Oregon State University, shares some basics of the Institutional Review Board (IRB) review process and application.

Segment 1: IRB Basics [00:00-10:08]

In this first segment, Katie discusses some of the fundamental components of the IRB that researchers should know.

Segment 2: Typical Components of an IRB Application [10:09-19:38]

In segment two, Katie describes the common elements of IRB applications.

Segment 3: Tips for Success in Working with an IRB Committee [19:39-29:48]

In segment three, Katie offers some tips for success when working with an IRB committee.

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May 5, 2017

On this episode, Katie is joined by Dr. Gerd Kortemeyer. Dr. Kortemeyer received his Diplom (“Masters”) in Physics from the University of Hannover, Germany, and his Ph.D. in Physics from Michigan State University. He is an Associate Professor of Physics Education at Michigan State University with a joint appointment between the Lyman Briggs College and the Department of Physics and Astronomy. He is also the Director of the LON-CAPA (http://www.lon-capa.org/). His research interest is the effective use of technology in science education, with a particular focus on assessment, analytics, and gamification.

Segment 1: Research on Online Learning [00:00-11:44]

In this first segment, Gerd shares about how he got started researching online learning.

Segment 2: Research on Student Work Habits [11:45-23:48]

In segment two, Gerd discusses some of his research regarding the work habits of online students.

Segment 3: Adaptive Learning and Educational Video Games [23:49-35:27]

In segment three, Gerd shares about his upcoming projects, including work on adaptive learning and educational video games.

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May 1, 2017

Bonus Clip #2 [00:00-14:19]: Turning a Journal Article into a Book

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May 1, 2017

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-05:48]: Journal Editing and Peer Review

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May 1, 2017

On this episode, Katie is joined by Dr. Carole Sargent, founding Director of the Office of Scholarly Publications at Georgetown University, and CEO of a global nonprofit, Academic Authors. Dr. Sargent guides faculty to high-impact scholarly publishing for tenure and promotion. She has a PhD from UVA and publishes in eighteenth-century studies.

Segment 1: Getting to Know Top Peer-reviewed Journals [00:00-13:57]

In this first segment, Carole shares some of her tips for learning about top-ranked peer-reviewed journals in your field.

Segment 2: Getting an Article into a High-ranked Journal [13:58-34:14]

In segment two, Carole shares some of her suggestions for getting your article published in a top-ranked peer-reviewed journal.

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-05:48]: Journal Editing and Peer Review

Bonus Clip #2 [00:00-14:19]: Turning a Journal Article into a Book

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May 1, 2017

Take a listen to our May 2017 preview clips!

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Apr 21, 2017

Bonus Clip #3 [00:00-04:26]: Standardizing Data and Software Citations

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Apr 21, 2017

Bonus Clip #2 [00:00-02:26]: Dr. Kyle Niemeyer’s Podcasting Experience

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Apr 21, 2017

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-04:35]: Perceived Drawbacks of Open Science

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Apr 21, 2017

On this episode, Katie is joined by Dr. Kyle Niemeyer, an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering in the School of Mechanical, Industrial, and Manufacturing Engineering at Oregon State University. His research focuses on developing new computational tools to better simulate important physical phenomena, including combustion, turbulence-chemistry interactions, and fluid dynamics. Kyle is also an advocate for open science and reproducibility in computational science.

Segment 1: Growing a Research Pipeline [00:00-12:27]

In this first segment, Kyle shares about his current research and how it influences future projects.

Segment 2: Open Science [12:28-23:07]

In segment two, Kyle discusses his passion for open science.

Segment 3: Being a Journal Editor [23:08-34:19]

In segment three, Kyle shares about his experience as an editor with several open science journals.

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-04:35]: Perceived Drawbacks of Open Science

Bonus Clip #2 [00:00-02:26]: Dr. Kyle Niemeyer’s Podcasting Experience

Bonus Clip #3 [00:00-04:26]: Standardizing Data and Software Citations

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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Apr 17, 2017

On this episode, Katie is joined by Dr. Sarah Carver Williams, the Director of the STEPP Program, a student support program at East Carolina University designed to provide college access and ongoing support for students with learning disabilities. She also serves as Principal Investigator for the College STAR initiative, a grant-funded project focused on helping participating campuses create educational environments that are welcoming for students who have different approaches to learning. Prior to her work with STEPP and College STAR, Sarah was a part of the ECU College of Education faculty and a middle school special education teacher in North Carolina. Sarah received her Bachelor of Science and Master's degree in Special Education from East Carolina University and her PhD in Curriculum and Instruction from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill.

Segment 1: College STAR [00:00-11:19]

In this first segment, Sarah discusses the College STAR program.

Segment 2: Starting a Significant Research Endeavor [11:20-21:26]

In segment two, Sarah shares her suggestions for launching a large research project.

Segment 3: Future Developments for College STAR [21:27-31:05]

In segment three, Sarah share the next steps for the College STAR program and how other institutions can get involved.

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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Apr 10, 2017

On this episode, Katie celebrates the 1-year anniversary of the "Research in Action" podcast by sharing some metrics from the first year of the show along with feedback from listeners. Katie also chats with some of the behind-the-scenes members of the RIA podcast production team.

Segment 1: "Research in Action" One-year Metrics [00:00-06:48]

In this first segment, Katie shares some of the podcast metrics from the first year.

Segment 2: Feedback from "Research in Action" Listeners [06:49-13:49]

In segment two, Katie shares favorite episodes recommended by RIA listeners.

Segment 3: A Peek Behind the Scenes [13:50-41:46]

In segment three, Katie interviews three members of the Ecampus staff who assist with RIA production.

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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Apr 10, 2017

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-3:16]: Dr. Pacheco-Vega's Work on Advancing Environmental Global Governance

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Apr 10, 2017

On this episode, Katie is joined by Dr. Raul Pacheco-Vega, an Assistant Professor in the Public Administration Division of the Center for Economic Teaching and Research (Centro de Investigacion y Docencia Economicas, CIDE) in Mexico. He is a specialist in comparative public policy and focuses on North American environmental politics, primarily sanitation and water governance, solid waste management, neoinstitutional theory, transnational environmental social movements and experimental methods in public policy. His current research programme focuses on the spatial, political and human dimensions of public service delivery. He is also Associate Editor of the Journal of Environmental Studies and Sciences (JESS), and sits on the editorial board of Water International, Global Environmental Politics and several other journals. He is the creator of the weekly hashtag #ScholarSunday.

Segment 1: The Global Politics of Sanitation [00:00-12:01]

In this first segment, Raul shares about some of his research on the global politics of sanitation.

Segment 2: Being an Actively Engaged Researcher [12:02-21:39]

In segment two, Raul shares some of his strategies for being active at conferences and on social media.

Segment 3: Working with Vulnerable Research Populations [21:40-35:01]

In segment three, Raul shares his thoughts on the responsibilities of the researcher when working with vulnerable communities.

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-3:16]: Dr. Pacheco-Vega's Work on Advancing Environmental Global Governance

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Mar 31, 2017

Take a listen to our April 2017 preview clips!

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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Mar 31, 2017

Bonus Clip #2 [00:00-04:47]: Grant Funded Community College Programs for Training in Research Methods

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Mar 31, 2017

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-02:57]: Resources for Teaching Research Methods

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Mar 31, 2017

On this episode, Katie is joined by two guests:

Dr. Candice Foley, who serves as the STEM Coordinator for all Suffolk County Community College NSF STEM Scholars on three campuses and the Principal Investigator for SCCC’s two consecutive National Science Foundation STEM scholarship grants, the National Institute of Health Institutional Research and Career Development Award grant, and the Long Island Community Foundation Removing Barriers and Strengthening STEM capacity at Suffolk County Community Colleges grants. Dr. Foley has also served on national grant projects involving curricular reform for chemistry education. Her experiences at the State University of New York at Stony Brook, Suffolk County Community College, and Brookhaven National Laboratory has enabled her to focus upon the adaptation and implementation of innovations in classroom learning and undergraduate research through curricular innovation and technology based software for the community college application. Candice has over 25 years of experience in both the research and teaching communities on Long Island and endeavors to bring her perspectives of each of these realms to her STEM students at Suffolk County Community College.

Nina Leonhardt is the Associate Dean for Continuing Education at Suffolk County Community College. Nina oversees a compendium of STEM-oriented programs for pre-college and college students. Most of these programs are funded by NEW York State Education, Labor and Health departments. Nina has over 35 years of experience in higher education and STEM. She earned an M.S. In Electrical Sciences from Stony Brook University.

Segment 1: Teaching Research Methods [00:00-10:38]

In this first segment, Candice and Nina share their philosophies for teaching research methods.

Segment 2: Teaching Research Methods in a Community College Setting [10:39-19:32]

In segment two, Nina and Candice discuss teaching research methods to community college students.

Segment 3: Teaching Research Methods Online [19:33-31:58]

In segment three, Candice and Nina share about the online research methods course they developed for off-site students.

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-02:57]: Resources for Teaching Research Methods

Bonus Clip #2 [00:00-04:47]: Grant Funded Community College Programs for Training in Research Methods

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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Mar 27, 2017

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-04:16]: Example of a Shy Researcher Engaging with the Media

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Mar 27, 2017

On this episode, I am joined by Kevin Anselmo, the Founder and Principal of Experiential Communications. He helps individuals and groups gain clarity about what to communicate and then works with his clients to disseminate those messages to ensure they are aligned to big-picture goals. His services focus on communications strategy development, media training, PR execution, coaching, workshops and events, primarily for the higher education, research and entrepreneurial communities. He is the author of Maximize Your Impact: How Academics Can Communicate Knowledge Through Traditional and Digital Media. Previously, Kevin was Director of Public Relations for Duke University's Fuqua School of Business and prior to that managed the media relations for IMD in Switzerland. Currently based in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Kevin lived and worked in Switzerland for eight years and in Germany for two years. He has led public relations initiatives in various countries around the world.

Segment 1: Four Ways to Think About Public Relations [00:00-15:52]

In this first segment, Kevin shares four areas that researchers should consider regarding publicizing their work.

Segment 2: Preparing for Interviews [15:53-34:28]

In segment two, Kevin shares some concrete steps researchers can take to prepare for print and on-camera interviews.

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-04:16]: Example of a Shy Researcher Engaging with the Media

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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Mar 20, 2017

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-04:17]: Creating Your Own Luck with Research

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Mar 20, 2017

On this episode, I am joined by Sara Goldrick-Rab, the author of Paying the Price, and the coauthor of Reinventing Financial Aid: Charting a New Course to College Affordability. She has written on education issues for the New York Times, the Chronicle of Higher Education, and other publications. Goldrick-Rab is currently a Professor of Higher Education Policy and Sociology at Temple University in Philadelphia, and is a former professor of higher education policy and sociology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison.  She is the founding director of the Wisconsin HOPE Lab, the nation’s first laboratory aimed at improving equitable outcomes in postsecondary education. The Chronicle of Higher Education recently named her Twitter account (@saragoldrickrab) the most indispensable one to follow.

Segment 1: Study Logistics of Paying the Price [00:00-10:47]

In this first segment, Sara describes the research discussed in her book Paying the Price.

Segment 2: Media Attention for Paying the Price [10:48-20:52]

In segment two, Sara discusses some of the media attention she received in response to Paying the Price.

Segment 3: The Costs of Media Attention [20:53-36:09]

In segment three, Sarah shares some of the benefits and challenges of working with a range of media outlets.

Bonus Clip #1 [00:00-04:17]: Creating Your Own Luck with Research

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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Mar 13, 2017

On this episode, I am joined by Dr. Chris Goldfinger, Professor of Geology and Geophysics at Oregon State University. Chris’s research interests include subduction earthquakes; mechanics of oblique subduction, accretion and erosion of active margins; seafloor imaging, mapping, and visualization techniques; and seafloor drilling technology. His current work focuses on the investigation of the earthquake potential global subduction zones, including Sumatra, Japan and particularly the Cascadia subduction zone. Chris has been widely quoted by the media for his research, perhaps most noticeably in a 2015 New Yorker article called, “The Really Big One” about the potential fallout of a massive Cascadia earthquake.

Segment 1: Cascadia Research [00:00-10:55]

In this first segment, Chris shares about his research regarding the Cascadia subduction zone.

Segment 2: Media Attention [10:56-21:39]

In segment two, Chris shares about the media attention his research received after a New Yorker article went viral.

Segment 3: Earthquake Preparedness [21:40-35:18]

In segment three, Chris shares about his work educating the general public about earthquake preparedness.

To share feedback about this podcast episode, ask questions that could be featured in a future episode, or to share research-related resources, contact the “Research in Action” podcast:

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