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We are committed to disseminating the results of this project in many ways. In addition to this site (especially the archives of class material), we will disseminate our results through papers, talks, workshops, etc. Below is a list, with links to materials where possible.

Books and papers in print

  1. Marrs K.A. (2003), R. Blake, and A. Gavrin "Use of Warm Up Exercises in Just in Time Teaching: Determining Students' Prior Knowledge and Misconceptions in Biology, Chemistry, and Physics." Journal of College Science Teaching, September 2003, pp. 42-47.
  2. Gavrin A., (2003) J. X. Watt, K. A. Marrs, and R. E. Blake, "Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT): Using the Web to Enhance Classroom Learning." Computers in Education Journal, Vol. XIV (2), in press.
  3. Whatley, K. (2001), J. Beck, G. Novak and A. Gavrin Instructor's Resource Manual with JITT Notes for Physics by J. Walker, (Prentice Hall, Upper Saddle River, NJ)
  4. Marrs K. A., (2004), Novak G. "Just in Time teaching in Biology: Blending Active Learning with Internet Technology" Cell Biology Education 3 49-61.

Books and papers in preparation

Note: The Journal of College Science Teaching has asked us to prepare a special edition of JCST devoted entirely to JiTT. The papers below are those currently in preparation for this project.

  1. Novak, G., (2004), J. Middendorf "Just-in-Time Teaching: A Perspective" Invited Guest Editorial in the Journal of College Science Teaching.
  2. Gavrin, A., (2004), E. Kirkpatrick "Just in Time Teaching: Using the Web to Improve Classroom Learning in Engineering and the Physical Sciences" Invited paper in the Journal of College Science Teaching.
  3. Marrs, K.A., (2004), J. E. Benedict, "Just in Time Teaching in the Life Sciences: A Web Portal for Biology, Psychology, and Sociology" Invited paper in the Journal of College Science Teaching.
  4. Patterson, E. T., (2004), M. Maier, and S. Simkins "Just-in-Time Teaching Across the Academy: Diverse Applications, Similar Experiences" Invited paper in the Journal of College Science Teaching.

Online publications

Novak, G. M. , & Middendorf, J. (2002). Just-in-time teaching: Using web technology to increase student learning ConnexionsOnline 14(1). (April 3, 2002).

Talks and workshops

  1. A. Gavrin, E. Cashman, E. Eschenbach, "Just in time Teaching (JiTT)", Frontiers in Education Conference, Indianapolis, Indiana, Oct. 2005
  2. E. T. Patterson, "A JiTT Approach to Authentic Learning: Teaching Process with Content", AAPT winter meeting Miami, FL, Jan 2004
  3. G. Novak, "JiTTDL: The Just-in-Time Teaching Digital Library", AAPT winter meeting Miami, FL, Jan 2004
  4. E. T. Patterson, "Teaching Thinking Skills with the Web Ð A JiTT Update", AAPT winter meeting Miami, FL, Jan 2004
  5. K. Marrs and A. Gavrin, Workshop on Just-in-Time Teaching", 2003 Assessment Institute, Indianapolis, IN, November 4 2003
  6. E. T. Patterson, "Using the World Wide Web in Teaching", New Faculty Workshops for Physics and Astronomy Faculty, College Park, MD, November 2003
  7. A. Gavrin "Teaching, Learning, and the Web", Plenary lecture, AAPT Wisconsin Sectional Meeting LaCrosse, WI, November 1, 2003.
  8. A. Gavrin "Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT)", University of Wisconsin Workshop for New SMET Faculty, Wisconsin Dells, WI, October 24, 2003.
  9. A. Gavrin and K. Marrs, Workshop on Just-in-Time Teaching", FACET Associate Faculty Conference, Indianapolis, IN, October 18, 2003
  10. E. T. Patterson, "Making Lectures More Interactive", Introductory Calculus-Based Physics Conference, Washington D. C., November 1, 2003
  11. A. Gavrin "Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT)", Project Kaleidoscope Assembly, St. Paul, MN, October 11, 2003.
  12. A. Gavrin, "Just-in-Time Teaching Workshop", Ball State University, August 28, 2003.
  13. A. Gavrin"Just-in-Time Teaching", Moving to Web-Based Learning Conference, IU School of Nursing, Indianapolis, IN, June 26, 2003.
  14. A. Gavrin, "Just-in-Time Teaching: Using the Web to Enhance Classroom Learning", ASEE Annual Conference, Nashville, TN, June 25, 2003.Note: This paper was awarded the John A. Curtis Lecture Award for 2003
  15. A. Gavrin"Just-in-Time Teaching", U. Wisconsin Curriculum Reform Institute, Oshkosh, WI, June 15, 2003.
  16. G. Novak, E. T. Patterson and R. Enger"Just-in-Time Teaching", U. Faculty Resource Network of New York University, New York, NY, June 12, 2003.
  17. G. Novak, K. Marrs, E. T. Patterson, J. Benedict, "Just-in-Time Teaching Workshop", an NSF Chautauqua Series workshop, Colorado Springs, CO, June 5-7, 2003.
  18. G. Novak and E. T. Patterson"Just-in-Time Teaching", U. SUNY-Geneseo Teaching and Learning Center, Geneseo, NY, May 22, 2003.
  19. G. Novak and E. T. Patterson"Just-in-Time Teaching", NC A&T Academy for Teaching and Learning, Greensboro, NC, April 18, 2002.
  20. Kent E. Chambers and Bob Blake, ÒStudent Conceptions, Misconceptions and Re-conceptions: Using the WWW to Evaluate and Reconstruct Student KnowledgeÓ 225th American Chemical Society National Meeting, New Orleans, LA, March 25th, 2003
  21. G. Novak, "Technology Support in the Classroom", Sino-American Symposium, Sino-American Symposium, Beijing, China, March, 2003.
  22. G. Novak, "Just-in-Time Teaching: Web Support for Classroom Teaching", Sino-American Symposium, Sino-American Symposium, Beijing, China, March, 2003.
  23. A. Gavrin"Using Just-in-Time Teaching to Enhance Student Engagement", IUPUI Department of Mechanical Engineering Colloquium, Indianapolis, IN, February 20, 2003.
  24. G. Novak and E. T. Patterson"Just-in-Time Teaching", U. Miami Dade Community College, Miami, FL, February 21, 2003.
  25. A. Gavrin G. Novak and Evelyn T. Patterson, AAPT Workshop "Just-in-Time Teaching", AAPT Winter Meeting, Austin, TX, January 12. 2003.
  26. J. X. Watt, Just-In-Time Teaching: The World Wide Web as a Vehicle to Promote Active Learning. Workshop at the National Council for Teachers of Mathematics Central Regional Conference, Indianapolis, IN (January 24, 2003).
  27. K. Marrs, "Just in Time teaching in Biology: Blending Active Learning with Internet Technology." IUPUI Biology Dept. Colloquium, Indianapolis,IN, November 15, 2002.
  28. E. T. Patterson, "Using the World Wide Web in Teaching", New Faculty Workshops for Physics and Astronomy Faculty, College Park, MD, November 2002
  29. A. Gavrin"Engaging Students at Home for Greater Learning in Class", Indiana University South Bend, South Bend, IN, November 8, 2002.
  30. A. Gavrin"Classroom Management Using JiTT: Creating a Conversation", IUPUI School of Nursing Discussions on Teaching with the Web, Indianapolis, IN, November 5, 2002.
  31. K. Marrs, A. Gavrin, and J. Watt "Using Just-in-Time Teaching to Determine Prior Knowledge and Assess Student Learning in Biology, Physics, and Math", 2002 Assessment Institute, Indianapolis, IN, November 5, 2002.
  32. J. X. Watt, Just-In-Time Teaching: The World Wide Web as a Vehicle to Promote Active Learning. Workshop at the 15th Annual International Conference on Technology in Collegiate Mathematics, Orlando, FL (November 2, 2002).
  33. A. Gavrin, G. Novak"Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT)", University of Wisconsin Workshop for New SMET Faculty, Wisconsin Dells, WI, October 24, 2002.
  34. A. Gavrin, "Using JiTT to Enhance Student Engagement", IUPUI Department of Computer Science Colloquium, Indianapolis, IN, September 20, 2002.
  35. G. Novak, "Technology and Teaching", SUN Symposium University of Texas, El Paso, El Paso, TX, March 8, 2002
  36. A. Gavrin, "Generating Classroom Participation: The JiTT Physics Lecture", a workshop at the Annual Retreat of the Indiana University Faculty Colloquium on Excellence in Teaching (FACET), Bloomington, IN, June 18, 2002.
  37. G. Novak, K. Marrs, E. T. Patterson, J. Benedict, "Just-in-Time Teaching Workshop", an NSF Chautauqua Series workshop, Colorado Springs, CO, June 6-8, 2002.
  38. A. Gavrin, "Just-in-Time Teaching: Pedagogy Inspired by Physics Education Research", Project Kaleidoscope Summer Institute, Williamsburg, VA, June 4, 2002.
  39. E. T. Patteson, "Just-in-Time Teaching: Blending Active Learning with Web Technology", Pacific Northwest Association for College Physics Annual Conference, Forest Grove, OR, April 6 2002
  40. Robert E. Blake, Jr, ÒLearnStar: Bringing Fun Learning from an Entertainment Venue to the ClassroomÓ 223rd American Chemical Society National Meeting, Orlando, FL, April 10, 2002
  41. A. Gavrin, "Just-in-Time Teaching: A Reform Strategy for Teaching and Learning", Annual Conference of the Association of Core Texts and Courses, Montreal, Canada, 5, April, 2002.
  42. Robert E. Blake, Jr, Kathleen A. Marrs, Andrew Gavrin and Jeffrey Watt. ÒWeb Science: Just-in-Time Teaching of Biology, Chemistry, Math and PhysicsÓ National Science Teachers Association, San Diego, CA , March 27, 2002
  43. A. Gavrin, J. Freeman, "Just-in-Time Teaching: Using the Web to Engage Students in Class", IUPUI School of Liberal Arts, Feb. 21, 2002
  44. G. Novak and E. T. Patterson"The World Wide Web: Strengthening the Undergraduate Learning Environment,", PKAL Workshop at the U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO, February 9-10, 2003.
  45. A. Gavrin, "Assessment of the Web: Results from the WebScience Project" AAPT Winter Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, January 22. 2002.
  46. E. T. Patterson, "Just-in-Time Teaching Across the Country: What are We Learning?" AAPT Winter Meeting, Philadelphia, PA, January 22, 2002.
  47. E. T. Patterson, "Using the World Wide Web for Physics Teaching and Learning: Exploring Where Pedagogy and Technology Meet," UVA Physics colloquium, Charlottesville, VA, January, 2002.
  48. Howard R. Mzumara, A. Gavrin, and R. Chisholm, "WebScience: Evaluation of Just-in-Time Teaching at IUPUI" Annual Conference of the American Evaluation Association, St. Louis, MO, November 8, 2001.
  49. E. T. Patterson, "Using the World Wide Web in Teaching", New Faculty Workshops for Physics and Astronomy Faculty, College Park, MD, November 2001
  50. Jeffrey X. Watt, A. Gavrin, Kathleen A. Marrs, Howard R. Mzumara, and Robin Chisholm, "JiTT: Using the Web in the Mathematics Classroom" Workshop Presentation at the Indiana Regional Mathematics Consortium Fall meeting, Indianapolis, IN, 2 November 2001.
  51. Kathleen A. Marrs, A. Gavrin, R. Chisholm, and J. Watt., "Using the World Wide Web as a Vehicle to Promote Active Learning", Educause 2001, Indianapolis, IN, 30 October 2001.
  52. Howard R. Mzumara, A. Gavrin, and Robin Chisholm "WebScience: Assessment of Just-in-Time Teaching (JiTT) at IUPUI," Educause 2001, Indianapolis, IN, 30 October 2001.
  53. A. Gavrin, Kathleen A. Marrs, and Jeffrey X. Watt "Just-in-Time Teaching: the World Wide Web as a Vehicle to Promote Active Learning," Educause 2001, Indianapolis, IN, 30 October 2001.
  54. A. Gavrin, "Just-in-Time Teaching in Math and the Sciences," Physics and Education Joint Colloquium, Indiana University South Bend, South Bend Indiana, October, 2001
  55. A. Gavrin, "Engaging Students Online, Enhancing Time in Class" Public Lecture series on Science Education, Indiana University South Bend, South Bend Indiana, October, 2001
  56. A. Gavrin, "JiTT in Physics and Beyond: The WebScience Project at IUPUI", AAPT Summer Meeting, Rochester, NY, July 2001.
  57. G. Novak, E. T. Patterson, A. Gavrin, Jim Benedict, Colleen Fried, and Barbara Leidl "JiTT Workshop at the Project Kaleidoscope Summer Institute", Snowbird, UT, July 2001.
  58. Robert E. Blake, Jr, ÒLet What Your Students Know Guide Your Lessons!Ó 15th Chemed Conference, York University, Toronto, ON, Canada , July 29, 2001
  59. A. Gavrin, Kathleen A. Marrs, Jeffrey X. Watt, and Robert E. Blake"Using the WWW to Create an Interactive Classroom" Workshop at the IUPUI Center for Teaching and Learning, Indianapolis IN, April 18, 2001
  60. J. X. Watt, and A. Gavrin, "Using the WWW to Create an Interactive Classroom" Mathematics and Physics Colloquium, Purdue North Central, Westville IN, April 17, 2001
  61. Jeffrey X. Watt, "Learning Core Intellectual Skills: Learning That Works for Life." E. C. Moore Symposium on Teaching, Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis, March 9, 2001.
  62. Robert E. Blake, Jr., "Just-in-Time Teaching: An Electronic Window into the Minds of Students" Departmental Seminar, Purdue University West Lafayette, February 14, 2001.
  63. Robert E. Blake, Jr., "What Students Remember from High School Chemistry", Annual Meeting of the Hoosier Association of Science Teachers (HASTI), Indianapolis IN, February 8, 2001.
  64. Kathleen A. Marrs, "WebScience: Blending Active Learning with World Wide Web Technology", Annual Meeting of the Hoosier Association of Science Teachers (HASTI), Indianapolis IN, February 8, 2001.
  65. Robert E. Blake, Jr., "Just-in-Time Teaching and Workshop Chemistry: Two Methods for Promoting Active Learning in a Large Lecture Course", Departmental Seminar, Indiana Univ. Purdue Univ. Indianapolis, Lubbock, Texas, 7 February, 2001.
  66. A. Gavrin, "Promoting Active Learning in the Sciences: Just-in-Time Teaching", Department of Biology Colloquium, Ball State University, November 17, 2000.
  67. Robert E. Blake, Jr., "Just-in-Time Teaching and Workshop Chemistry: Two complementary methods for creating active learners in a general chemistry course", Departmental Seminar, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, Texas, November 14, 2000.
  68. E. T. Patterson, "Using the World Wide Web in Teaching", New Faculty Workshops for Physics and Astronomy Faculty, College Park, MD, November 2000
  69. Robert E. Blake, Jr. "'Enseñanza al Tiempo' y 'Talleres Química': Los Dos Methodos para Enseñar Química para la Ingenieria." Foro Internacional De Las Ciencias Básicas En La Enseñanza De La Ingeníeria, Instituto Politecnico Nacional, Cuidad de Mexico, Mexico October 27, 2000
  70. E. T. Patterson, "Using the Web for Physics Teaching and Learning: Just-in-Time Teaching", 5th Workshop on Multimedia in Physics Teaching and Learning, Vienna, Austria, October 2000
  71. Robert E. Blake, Jr. "'Enseñanza al Tiempo' y 'Talleres Química': Los Dos Methodos para Enseñar Química para la Ingenieria." Foro Internacional De Las Ciencias Básicas En La Enseñanza De La Ingeníeria, Acapulco Mexico, October 22, 2000 (invited plenary talk)
  72. A. Gavrin, "Just-in-Time Teaching: Using the WWW to Create an Interactive Classroom", IUPUI School of Nursing, Indianapolis, IN September 5, 2000.
  73. Robert E. Blake, Jr. "Webscience: Creating an Active-Learner Classroom with WWW Technology" (Invited). 220th National Meeting of the American Chemical Society, Washington, DC, August 24, 2000.
  74. A. Gavrin and Evelyn T. Patterson, AAPT Workshop "Just-in-Time Teaching", AAPT Summer Meeting, Guelph, Ontario, July 29. 2000.
  75. Jim Benedict, James Brophy, Kathleen Marrs, Gregor Novak, Evelyn Patterson, and Kari Thyne Just-in-Time Teaching Blending Active Learning with Web Technology", Workshop at the Project Kaleidoscope Summer Institute, Keystone, CO, July 16-19, 2000.
  76. A. Gavrin, "Engaging Students with Mathematics using Just-in-Time Teaching", Workshop for the Indiana University Multicampus Mathematics Initiative, Indianapolis, IN, July 18 2000.
  77. E. T. Patterson, "Using the Web to Teach and Learn Physics: Just-in-Time Teaching", University of Wisconsin-Stout Science Education Conference, Menomonie, WI, May 15, 2000
  78. Nancy Chism, A. Gavrin, and K. Marrs, "Engaging Students in Large Classes: It can be done!", Edward C. Moore Symposium, IUPUI, Mar. 24, 2000.
  79. E. T. Patterson, "Student-Centered Instruction in the Upper Division: Effective Use of the Web", AAPT Winter meeting, Kissimmee FL, Jan 2000.

The WebScience project is made possible by funding from the National Science Foundation (DUE-9981111).