Dr. Randy Gabrys-Alexson
Education
| PHD | The Union Institute | 1999 |
| MA | University of Wisconsin-Superior | 1987 |
| BS | University of Wisconsin-Superior | 1983 |
List of Courses
GEO 100 World Regional Geography
GEO 102 Cultural Geography
GEO 302 Economic Geography
GEO 350 Geography of Wisconsin
GEO 402 Urban Planning
GEO 450 Research in Geography for Teachers
GEO 481 Human Biogeography
Role as Faculty
As a geography educator, Dr. Randy Gabrys-Alexson's main objective is to excite students about this discipline, correct the often misconceived notion that it is merely memorizing state capitals, and accomplish this through offering classes that students find interesting and pertinent. Geography bridges the social and physical sciences. Her goal, as a member of the interdisciplinary Department of Natural Sciences, is to teach classes that clearly demonstrate to students that no matter what their major area of interest may be, learning about humans and their interaction with the environment - becoming globally informed citizens - is necessary for all students.
We offer several minors in Geography:
- Geography for Liberal Education - this minor is popular among students who major in political science, legal studies, history, communication and science.
- Geography (715) for teacher licensure at the EA-A (73) level and MC-EA (72) level
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Individually-Designed - to meet your specific, unique career objectives
For more information on the geography minor for Liberal Education, teacher licensure or individually designed, please contact Dr. Randy Gabrys Alexson.
Recent Scholarly Activity
2007 An Online Teacher Preparation Model for Pre- and In-Service Geography Teachers. National Council for Geographic Education, Oklahoma City, OK.
2005 Gabrys-Alexson, R. Embarking on Collaborative Research in Geography Education. Journal of International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education 14(3):43-51.
2001 The World Bank Scenario: A Problem-based Learning Activity in Human Geography and Environmental Science. Planet, p 25-26.
Research Interests
Randy's research interests are primarily in the area of geography education at all levels, from kindergarten through university level, and working with pre-service and in-service teachers. Development of innovative teaching methods as well as the assessment and evaluation of teaching and learning are also areas of particular interest. Securing funds for special programs for students, and in the area of professional development for current teachers, also provide employment and research opportunities for my students.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
- The scholarship of online course development
- Evaluation and assessment of K-University level educational programs
- McNair Scholar program interdisciplinary projects
- Geography
- Emeriti
- Natural Sciences Department
UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Fall Semester 2021
For up to date information on all schedules, please refer to the class search page in the E-Hive.
Note: the Class Schedule information below reflects data as of October 25, 2021 1:30 AM.
| Fall Semester 2021 | ||||||||||
| Class Nbr. | Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Class Sect. | Credits | Bldg. | Room | Days | Time | Seats Open | |
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| GEOG - Geography | ||||||||||
| 1897 | GEOG 102 | Cultural Geography 09/08/2021 - 12/21/2021 This class is open to both DL and on campus students. On campus students can enroll as of 04/05/2021 (no petition required). Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has an online technology administration fee of $60. For tuition and fee schedules see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar | E1 | 3.00 | Online | 3 of 25 open Wait List: 15 of 15 | ||||
09/08/2021 - 12/21/2021 This class is open to both DL and on campus students. On campus students can enroll as of 04/05/2021 (no petition required). Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has an online technology administration fee of $60. For tuition and fee schedules see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar | ||||||||||