Joshua Fairbanks

Bio

My goal, as a teacher, is to transfer and foster the development of knowledge, skills, and most importantly curiosity and interest in learning. When I think back thorough my time as a student, I find that the teachers who motivated me the most were those who cared deeply about their students’ learning and well-being. These professors showed their passion for the subject matter and drew the students into the material effortlessly. I find my passion and purpose through empowering my students and colleagues to achieve their goals. I strive to be a teacher who really makes a difference in my students’ lives, who focuses on interactions with my students, and brings the material to life in every class.

Areas of Interest

• Pathophysiology and Immunology
• Sports Medicine
• Student Success Strategies
• Active Learning Pedagogy
• Grit, Growth Mindset, and Resilience

Selected Presentations

• USF Teaching and Learning Services – Fort Wayne, IN (2022)
  • Fairbanks, J.R., Lloyd, C.J., Lehr, A.  “Student Persistence at USF” 
• Fort Wayne Teaching and Learning Conference – Fort Wayne, IN (2021)
  • Fairbanks, J.R., and Lloyd, C.J. “Student Remediations” 
• USF Teaching and Learning Services – Fort Wayne, IN (2021)
  • Fairbanks, J.R., and Lloyd, C.J. “Writing Effective Multiple Choice Questions” 
• USF Employee Development Day – Fort Wayne, IN (2021)
  • Fairbanks, J.R., and Lloyd, C.J. “Bring your class to life: Utilizing Active Learning Strategies to Increase Student Engagement and Knowledge Retention” 
• Fort Wayne Teaching and Learning Conference – Fort Wayne, IN (2020)
  • Fairbanks, J.R., and Lloyd, C.J. “Unlocking Grit and Growth Mindset in Graduate Curriculum” 
• PAEA Educational Forum – Washington, DC (2019)
  • Fairbanks, J.R., and Lloyd, C.J. “Unlocking Grit and Growth Mindset in the Physician Assistant Curriculum”