Visiting Teacher-Scholar
The Drs. Mary (Scherger) Bonhomme and Raymond Bonhomme Visiting Teacher-Scholar Series
February 17, 2026

Bio
Todd D. Zakrajsek, PhD, recently retired from the School of Medicine at UNC at Chapel Hill, where he worked for 17 years developing resources for faculty on teaching/learning, leadership, and publishing. Prior to this he was a tenured associate professor of psychology and built faculty development efforts at three universities. Todd has served on many educationally related boards and work groups during his four decades of teaching and faculty development. Todd’s recent books include The Science of Learning Meets AI, Essentials of the New Science of Learning, Classroom Assessment Techniques (3rd ed.), Teaching at Its Best (5th ed.), The New Science of Learning (3rd ed.), Teaching for Learning (2nd ed.), Advancing Online, and Dynamic Lecturing. Todd has given keynote addresses, campus workshops, and conference presentations in all 50 states, 12 countries, and 4 continents.
Events
| Time | Event | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 9:30 - 11:00 am |
Book Club: The New Science of Learning: How to Learn in Harmony With Your Brain (3rd ed.) Author: Todd D. Zakrajsek |
320 Laws Hall |
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 1:00 - 2:30 pm |
Book Club: Dynamic Lecturing: Research-Based Strategies to Enhance Lecture Effectiveness Author: Christine Harrington and Todd D. Zakrajsek |
320 Laws Hall |
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 3:00 - 4:00 pm |
Workshop: The Science of Learning Meets AI: Practical Strategies for Deeper Learning Registration Deadline is 5:00 pm on Friday, February 13. |
Shriver Center, Dolibois Room B |
| Tuesday, February 17, 2026 4:30 - 5:30 pm |
Teacher-Scholar Reception for Todd Zakrajsek | Shriver Center, Dolibois Room A |