The Paperless Classroom: A Practical Guide to Implementing eTextbooks
Gain insights on transitioning from print to digital textbooks for enhanced student learning. Faculty, students, and data experts share valuable guidance in this webinar.
Rachel Hopman-Droste, PhD, Learning Science Researcher, Pearson
Terry Austin, Faculty Advisor, Pearson
Mia Gutierrez, Campus Ambassador, Pearson
Hear from faculty, students and members of our data & efficacy team as we unpack navigating the shift from print to digital textbooks. We aim to provide valuable insights and guidance on incorporating eTextbooks into the classroom to improve student learning.
About the speakers
Rachel Hopman-Droste, PhD, Learning Science Researcher, Pearson
Rachel Hopman-Droste is a learning science researcher on the Efficacy and Learning team at Pearson. Rachel uses insights from cognitive and behavioral sciences to improve the efficacy of learning experiences and outcomes. Rachel holds a Ph.D. in Cognitive Neuroscience and translates research findings related to mental processes into real world insights. Rachel uses these skills to promote quality learning design grounded in empirical evidence.
Terry Austin, Faculty Advisor, Pearson
Terry Austin is the Faculty Advisor for General Biology, Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, and Genetics. Professor Austin is from Texas and has been a professor at Temple College for almost 23 years. He served as the department chair for the biology department for over a decade of that time. Terry is obsessed with anything technological and loves implementing educational technology in his science classes. When Terry has free time, he's generally using his science skills to create some magic in the kitchen! When in need of a bit of stress relieve you might just see him out on the roads of the Texas Hill Country on his Classic Harley."
Mia Gutierrez, Campus Ambassador, Pearson
Mia Gutierrez is currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing at California State University, Fullerton. She is expected to graduate in May 2024. Mia enjoys volunteering at Freedomhouse Church – Fullerton and loves her role as a Pearson Campus Ambassador. She also has the role of Co-Director of Sales Rep Relations and gets to work on various unique projects across Pearson. In her free time, Mia loves to lift weights, run, eat delicious food, and spend time with family and friends.