Faculty Instructional Skills Workshops

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Intended Audience Faculty members at UBC Okanagan (including lecturers and sessional lecturers) Postdoctoral Fellows (even if currently not teaching a course) Other educators who design or facilitate teaching and learning events […]

Community of Contract Faculty Meet-up

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada

This Community of Practice brings together contract faculty to examine topics, concerns, and questions identified by our community members. This month our conversation will focus on gathering, receiving, and engaging with […]

Community of Practice: Innovative Teaching Techniques and Tools

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Join the Community of Practice on Innovative Teaching Techniques and Tools for a session exploring the use of Gamification to promote student engagement and motivation. During the first part of […]

Inclusive Teaching: Reflecting on Your Teaching Practice

Online virtual event

Inclusive teaching creates “a learning environment where all students feel that their differences are valued and respected, have equitable access to learning and other educational opportunities, and are supported to […]

Gen AI in the Circle: Honoring Indigenous Voices and Knowledge

University Centre (UNC) - Ballroom 3272 University Way, Kelowna, BC, Canada

The Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) at UBC Okanagan is pleased to invite you to a learning retreat focused on the intersection of generative AI and Indigenous knowledge, emphasizing […]

Drop-In Info Session: Indigenous Strategic Initiatives Fund

Campus Administration Building (ADM) 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Curious about how you or your team can engage with the Indigenous Strategic Initiatives (ISI) Fund at UBC Okanagan? Join us for a drop-in info session to learn how the […]

Teaching with Generative AI Studio

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada

This studio style-session is designed for instructors using or curious about using Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI) in their teaching. Drop in with your questions and ideas related to incorporating Gen […]

Community of Contract Faculty Meet-up

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada

This Community of Practice brings together contract faculty to examine topics, concerns, and questions identified by our community members. This month our conversation will focus on the Student Experience of Instruction (SEI). […]

Community of Practice: Innovative Teaching Techniques and Tools

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada +1 more

Join the Community of Practice on Innovative Teaching Techniques and Tools for part 2 of our exploration of the updated Universal Design for Learning guidelines and in particular the “Engagement” column. We invite […]

“The Courage to Teach” Book Club

Campus Administration Building (ADM) 1138 Alumni Ave, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Join us in reading and reflecting on the seminal work of Parker Palmer, The Courage to Teach: Guide for Reflection and Renewal (20th Anniversary Edition), that still resonates decades after its […]

Project-Focused Contract Grading

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada

Faculty-led Workshop This workshop will discuss a pedagogical approach called Project-Focused Contract Grading and will contextualize it within the research and practice of equitable and liberatory grading methods. Many existing […]

Community of Contract Faculty Meet-up

Science Building (SCI) 1177 Research Road, Kelowna, BC, Canada +1 more

This Community of Practice brings together contract faculty to examine topics, concerns, and questions identified by our community members. This month our conversation will focus on work responsibilities, including departmental service, […]

Open Opportunities in Canvas

Online virtual event

Easily create open education opportunities at UBC. In this one-hour online synchronous session, learn about five open opportunities in Canvas, UBC’s Learning Management System. Examples will be provided for each, […]