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Elise McCarren is a Teaching Assistant Professor in the Department of Chemistry at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. She serves as the Director of the Chemistry Merit Workshop Program, focusing on innovative teaching methods in introductory chemistry. Before joining the faculty in 2017, Elise taught high school chemistry and physics for five years at Southern Illinois University High School in Normal, Illinois. As a University of Illinois alum, her teaching philosophy emphasizes creating a welcoming environment that supports students who are not majoring in chemistry. She recognizes the diverse backgrounds and skill levels of her students in Chemistry 101 and aims to provide a positive learning experience. Her research interests center around promoting success in introductory chemistry courses and examining the relationship between course experiences and undergraduate STEM degree completion. This includes analyzing course outcomes and implementing pedagogical interventions in large-scale courses to enhance student engagement and success.
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