Northeast Regional Grading Symposium

Dan Dries

Dan Dries, Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor of Chemistry Education and Program Director of Chemistry and Biochemistry at Chapman University. He is an Education Associate for the American Society for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (ASBMB), a member of the Editorial Board for Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Education, Chair of the Fellowship and Training Committee for the International Union of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology (IUBMB), and Director of the NSF-supported Inclusive Community for the Assessment of Biochemistry Learning (ICABL). Trained as a biochemist and molecular neuroscientist specializing in Alzheimer’s disease, Dan now focuses his research on applying theories of motivation to create more equitable learning environments for all students. In his General Chemistry and Biochemistry courses, he uses active learning, inquiry-based pedagogies, and alternative grading to improve student outcomes. He envisions a world where every learner is empowered to explore, inquire, and build upon their unique talents to achieve success.