Leading Improvements in Higher Education with Stephen Hundley s05e09: Part 1 of 3 on Scholarly Perspectives, Being a Consumer of Scholarship
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Jun 23, 2025 
Join Heather Strine-Patterson, Ken O’Donnell, Nick Curtis, and Katie Busby as they explore the vital role of being a consumer of scholarly work in higher education. Discover how experiential learning frameworks impact career readiness and the importance of effective assessment practices. The guests share their unique insights on engaging with academic research and fostering a culture of collaboration among students and professionals. They also tackle the challenges of diversity and inclusion in scholarship, urging listeners to actively engage and disseminate their findings.
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Essence of Consuming Scholarship
- Being a consumer of scholarship means actively engaging with research and using it to inform ethical, effective, and efficient professional practice.
- This mindset ensures practices do not harm students and produce desired outcomes while making good use of resources.
Consistency Over Intensity
- Adopt consistency over intensity when engaging with scholarship for sustainable learning.
- Regularly read or listen to relevant materials in manageable amounts instead of overwhelming yourself.
Ken's Journey to Scholarly Consumption
- Ken O'Donnell shares his personal struggle with moderation in consuming scholarship.
- He highlights the importance of community support and peer learning in becoming an effective consumer.