CUNY Academic Commons | Sherouk Alzeory | Activity https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/members/sherouk/activity/ Activity feed for Sherouk Alzeory. Sat, 01 Jan 2050 18:00:18 -0500 https://buddypress.org/?v= en 30 hourly 2 09d3355ed117fc87e56bb6ed66195552 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 4.5 🤖💬 Bot Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=197097 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 20:03:52 -0500 4.5 Tutor Summary

In our conversation, we explored how the “Prompt Playground: Try, Fail, Reflect” activity could be tailored to your introductory microbiology lab. We discussed how this activity emphasizes process over product, fosters resilience through iteration, and encourages students to refine their scientific writing with the help of AI.…[Read more]

]]> 0e3474b151f887a54f3daed1fd567cc1 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 4.4 🤖💬 Bot Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=197091 Wed, 21 Jan 2026 15:19:06 -0500 4.4 Tutor Summary

We had a thoughtful and engaging conversation about how to align generative AI with a growth mindset, particularly in fostering effort and reflection in students. Here’s a summary of the main points we covered:

  1. Reframing AI Use to Encourage Effort: You shared how your writing assignments, designed with Bloom’s taxonomy,…

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]]> 105d4a0472aa37e00dc7b923c5b9e84a Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 4.1 🤖💬 Bot Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=197055 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 14:47:57 -0500 4.1 Tutor Summary

Based on our conversation, it’s clear that you are approaching generative AI with a growth mindset. While you have not yet adopted it in your classroom, you plan to do so in Spring 2026 and have already taken proactive steps like attending a seminar to help you create AI-integrated assignments. Your goal is to develop content…[Read more]

]]> 4d510bcd6dd342256f4fe9ef767f3d85 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 3.10 Exploring Sense of Belonging in the Classroom(Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=196515 Mon, 05 Jan 2026 19:28:41 -0500 Before starting the recording process, I had to outline the information I want to convey to my students. I ended up dividing my outline into three sections; background about me and the class, my role as a professor, and tips on how to ensure success. I made sure to emphasize that I am here to cultivate and support a growth mindset. The easiest…[Read more]

]]> 11123bb3bc27dd5ecd81f7ffd5607504 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 3.9 Pause & Reflect (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=196423 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:24:19 -0500 Hi Careen,

I really echo your concern about fostering a sense of belonging in the classroom. Having a failure as a setback is a belief that I have been indoctrinated with since a young age, as an immigrant. Dare I say, every time I encountered failure, I saw it as detrimental to my self-worth. As you suggested, using language and actions to build…[Read more]

]]> 83fd63a7fac74b9f3244472180208233 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 3.9 Pause & Reflect (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=196421 Wed, 31 Dec 2025 21:04:38 -0500 When it comes to communicating with my students, I provide an introductory announcement on Blackboard/ Brightspace. In addition, I post weekly announcements to constantly update them about upcoming submissions, changes in syllabus, and direct them to sources for studying and reviewing course material. Even though I ensure my tone is welcoming, at…[Read more]

]]> e41b7169539d98ef52147726c632996a Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 3.3 Personal Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=191829 Tue, 07 Oct 2025 15:01:59 -0400 I was the first-generation immigrant college student, trying to navigate college, and working towards a degree was quite challenging. I share the sentiment with @Casandra; I thought everyone had it figured out except me. This especially became apparent when I took writing intensive courses, where I really struggled to communicate and express…[Read more]

]]> c1e9c95da48a422e067b3fc046132831 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 2.10 Discussion Board IV: Connections (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=191517 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 14:16:17 -0400 Since I teach microbiology as a capstone course, I always make connections with the content I teach to students’ lives. This allows students to understand the importance of microbiology and its relevance to their personal and professional lives. For example, one of the exercises I developed entails students to use their own gum sample in order t…[Read more]

]]> 64a8c06fd9e5d82df854c8b4a855ba9d Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 2.8 Discussion Board III: Relationships (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=189449 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 13:34:57 -0400 This discussion board is such a valuable resource! I have to say I struggle with getting to know my students on a personal level due to the nature of the course I teach (Biology lab). The course usually requires covering and performing experiments under a designated timeframe, which is difficult to deviate from. This is why, I tend to host extra…[Read more]

]]> dda0d2fffd3203b677e7671a1ec58f4a Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 2.4 Discussion Board II: Motivation (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=188969 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:57:47 -0400 Public speaking whether it is teaching or simply giving a presentation has always been a challenge for me. I remember crying after the first public presentation I gave in college, I was overwhelmed with emotions and did not know how navigate. I took time to reflect (Journaling was key for me), and saw that all of my concerns stemmed in fear and…[Read more]

]]> ec232b964494922ae4590d3a04478d91 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 2.2 Discussion Board I: Reflection (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=188957 Wed, 03 Sep 2025 17:03:20 -0400 The purpose of higher education is to equip students with proper knowledge, tools and resources to aid them in achieving their career goals, be a contributing member of society and most importantly self-development/growth. Application of knowledge is an invaluable component of higher education. However, we must not look at application from a…[Read more]

]]> c6e4a2e0670fb23ae5c5d41a87ad54fb Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 1.8 Course Policies & Activities (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=188429 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:41:10 -0400 To help cultivate a growth mindset, I have created assignments that follow Bloom’s taxonomy
(I didn’t know that was an actual technique until this module). Since I teach microbiology lab, students are expected to write a comprehensive report work on an unknown bacterium based on staining and biochemical testing. This comprehensive report is wor…[Read more]

]]> 90d7b7d5b764a73cbc45668612efc950 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 1.7 Supportive Messaging (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=188427 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 17:02:54 -0400 To help cultivate a growth mindset, I give students detailed outlines and examples on what is expected from them in their written reports. I emphasize that they have the proper tools, guidance and assistance from me to perform their best.  In addition, I give extensive feedback to students on their laboratory reports. I ensure that I highlight…[Read more]

]]> d4960d2827c2c6235e65913f993d1645 Sherouk Alzeory replied to the topic 1.6 Cultivate a Growth Mindset in Yourself First (Required to earn certificate) in the forum CUNY Learning Mindset Modules Group https://commons.gc.cuny.edu/?p=188409 Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:26:02 -0400 I definitely share the same sentiment, Cynthia. When I was teaching Microbiology lab for the first time four years ago, I was flooded with fear of making a mistake and seeming incompetent to my students. I could feel anxiety amplify every time I am about to teach. I learned all of these fears and insecurities stem from ego. While reading “Ego is t…[Read more]

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