Matthew Mahavongtrakul
First-generation, multilingual educator and faculty development leader with a PhD in epigenetics from UC Irvine; focuses on neuroscience-informed teaching, active learning, and productivity strategies for educators.
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Jan 2, 2026 • 41min
Active Learning That Engages All Learners with Matthew Mahavongtrakul
In this engaging discussion, Matthew Mahavongtrakul, the Program Director of Faculty Educational Development at UC Irvine, shares insights on active learning strategies. He highlights the importance of making small, manageable changes to engage all students, even in large classes. Topics include the balance between structured course design and adaptability, innovative classroom activities like a snowball fight, and addressing common faculty concerns such as content coverage. Matthew also presents a token system aimed at promoting equitable student engagement and reducing resistance to active participation.
Mar 26, 2026 • 44min
Being Kind to Our Future Selves with Matthew Mahavongtrakul
Matthew Mahavongtrakul, a first-generation, multilingual educator with a PhD in epigenetics, shares practical productivity and neuroscience-informed teaching strategies. He discusses the Eisenhower matrix, time-boxing and triage tactics. Conversation highlights asking for help, iterating systems until they become habit, and simple tools for breaking down tasks to protect our future selves.
