Episode 1: Dr. R. Edward Freeman | June 2026
In this month’s SIMByte, Dr. Ed Freeman addresses the growing trend among doctoral students and early career researchers to prioritize journal rankings over intellectual growth. He notes that while lists like the FT50 are important, "chasing the journals" has begun to overshadow the primary mission of developing impactful ideas. Freeman argues that prioritizing useful and meaningful ideas is the central role of an intellectual. By focusing on work that makes a difference, he suggests that journal success will follow naturally.
Episode 2: Dr. Sheldene Simola | July 2026
In this month’s SIMByte, Dr. Sheldene Simola discusses strategies for managing situations where an instructor may not know the answer to a student's question. The concept of fluid expertise can be understood as the ability to shift smoothly between the roles of teacher and learner. This approach, identified by Joyce Fletcher, involves viewing the classroom as a collaborative learning community. It allows individuals to receive and credit new information from others without feeling inadequate, promoting a healthy and positive educational environment for everyone involved.