Episode 45: Discussing the ‘Simulated Experiences at Saint Leo’ Technology

In this episode of the Saint Leo 360 podcast, we chat about the Simulated Experiences at Saint Leo technology. Our guests include Greg Kunzweiler, assistant director of Saint Leo University’s Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence, along with two simulation specialists, Emily Kochanski and Samantha Parisi. They discussed:

• What the Center for Teaching and Learning Excellence (CTLE) is and its role within the university
• How and when Saint Leo University began using this simulation technology and eventually acquiring a license from Mursion
• How this technology works with students getting to interact with avatars
• How Kochanski and Parisi became simulation specialists and their unique backgrounds
• How they work closely with faculty members to prepare for a simulation session
• Examples of degree programs and courses in which this technology is used
• The numerous benefits of this technology for student users and positive feedback they have received from both students and faculty

Learn more about Simulated Experiences at Saint Leo and view some video demos of how the technology works at https://simulation.saintleo.edu/.

Read what Saint Leo faculty are saying about this technology at https://www.saintleo.edu/blog/faculty-weigh-saint-leo-university-cutting-edge-simulation-technology.