Here are the big ideas that I have prepared for tomorrow’s discussion, they are self-reflective – so you might just want to let them percolate a little.

First, the authors ask at the end of the introduction

During my years in school, the mentor who had the biggest impact on my life trajectory was __________ because ______________

And this will be a great way for us to introduce ourselves to each other.

Is Jacob a typical student? Thinking about Jacob’s learning style in high school – how are we now and could we in the future engage Jacob in his college learning?

In our time at OU how has our curriculum changed to be more based on skills versus credentials alone – has it gone far enough? If we focus on employable skills – are my undermining a R1 education? Are our students being prepared for an innovation society?

What is the purpose of an Undergraduate education at OU? Graduate education? How well is our experience aligned with our purpose?

Remember, it is a lunch meeting, feel free to bring your lunch or coffee.. I look forward to the discussion..

Hopefully that will give us a few things to start our discussion, I am excited to hear your perspectives.