Active learning environments evidently enhance student learning; however, some student groups (such as neurodivergent students) may experience these benefits differently. This workshop explores hidden barriers that neurodivergent students may face […]
facilitated by Kelly Ford How does learning really work? This workshop unpacks cognitive processes like attention, memory, and prior knowledge—and shows where instructors can intervene to help turn input into meaningful, lasting learning. Please register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=HmwhqGNNUkOMO1D6HxR1se7Wj7M16LJBljSvvG_OiKpUMjVWS0swUTZXNTA3V1oxNk9FWEdBWEtHWS4u&route=shorturl
Have you ever wondered how much your students are learning from what you just covered? How do you know whether your students are ready to apply what they have learned? […]
Join us for the CTL’s first ever GradTeach Resource Fair! This event allows you to connect with fellow TAs, share early-semester experiences, and explore teaching resources and support available through GradTeach and the Center for Teaching and Learning. The GradTeach Resource Fair will be held on Friday, September 18th from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in Tate Reception […]
Authentic assignments engage students in applying knowledge in meaningful and real-world contexts, helping them develop transferable skills to solve disciplinary and real-life problems. This workshop helps faculty unpack the key […]
facilitated by Kelly Ford Explore the learner-centered approach rooted in constructivist theory. Learn to design environments where students actively build knowledge—shifting your role from arbiter of content to facilitator of meaningful learning. Please register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=HmwhqGNNUkOMO1D6HxR1se7Wj7M16LJBljSvvG_OiKpUQjNOTDg5V1QxRUU1NEFaVUE0STFQTktWVy4u&route=shorturl
facilitated by Kelly Ford Overwhelmed by conflicting advice on teaching statements? This workshop clarifies what a TPS is, why it matters, and who it's for, while helping you identify and map your teaching values to classroom practices. Offered twice per semester! Please register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=HmwhqGNNUkOMO1D6HxR1se7Wj7M16LJBljSvvG_OiKpUOThFT0xPU0xWUDZJSTNIT0RaWVYxTjkxRy4u
How do we facilitate classroom discussions in which distinct ideas and multiple perspectives are shared? How can we prevent one or two voices from dominating the discussion? In this workshop, […]
facilitated by Kelly Ford Explore the science behind how active learning can transform traditional lessons into dynamic learning experiences, gaining strategies to engage students—beyond passive listening, watching, or reading—for long-lasting learning. Please register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=HmwhqGNNUkOMO1D6HxR1se7Wj7M16LJBljSvvG_OiKpURFBUUE1XSFc2MFhNTVQzUThZV1lYTFBBQi4u&route=shortur
As an instructor, you have more control over the learning environment in your classroom than you might guess. Research tells us that when students feel part of a supportive classroom community and sense that their instructor is invested in their success as learners, they are more likely to attend class, participate in discussions, and engage […]
Writing is more than a way to assess learning—it’s a powerful tool for active learning. In this workshop, we’ll explore practical, low-stakes writing strategies that help students think, connect ideas, and engage more deeply with course content, even in the age of generative AI. Facilitators will model several approaches, and participants will brainstorm ways to […]
facilitated by Kelly Ford Bring your teaching philosophy statement for a hands-on, peer-review workshop focused on tailoring your TPS to diverse institutional contexts. A completed TPS and willingness to engage in peer review are required. Please register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=HmwhqGNNUkOMO1D6HxR1se7Wj7M16LJBljSvvG_OiKpURFE2M0hYTDgxNUVHOUJTN1I4TzAzSlhTSC4u&route=shorturl
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