MTP 49: Janet Reed, Part 2 On Teaching Controversial Topics While Staying True To Your Faith 🤔 Meet The Prof, With Shane & Spence podcast

MTP 49: Janet Reed, Part 2 on Teaching Controversial Topics While Staying True to Your Faith 🤔

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In this episode of Meet The Prof, Shane Hartley continues his conversation with Dr. Janet Reed, Professor of Nursing at Kent State University. Janet shares how she navigates teaching topics that could conflict with her faith, her research on generative AI and virtual reality in healthcare, and how faith underpins her academic work. She also provides practical advice for professors managing heavy workloads, mentoring students, and making a spiritual impact on campus.

Read more about Janet Reed: https://meettheprof.com/view/professors/entry/janet-reed/

Email Dr. Janet Reed: [email protected]

Main Takeaways

Christian professors can teach controversial topics while maintaining their faith by collaborating with colleagues and seeking mentorship.
Generative AI and virtual reality have practical applications in healthcare, such as improving well-being among older adults.
Faith can guide research and teaching by focusing on benefiting individuals and society.
Setting boundaries with workload and practicing daily “closing” rituals can help prevent burnout.
Professors can make a spiritual impact by starting with relationships in their immediate circles and being intentional about prayer.
Online instructors should prioritize instructor presence through video content and personalized feedback.
Mentoring students requires compassion, prayer, and maintaining healthy boundaries.
College students should seek mentors, stay the course despite challenges, and take care of their mental and emotional health.

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