What would you like students to take away from your first meeting with them? Beyond introducing the syllabus, the first day of class is an opportunity to connect with students, invite engagement, and generate excitement around your course. Students will expect to hear about course logistics, materials, and assignments, but they would also appreciate insights […]
The Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an internationally certified program designed to increase teaching effectiveness and encourage reflection on teaching practice. The workshop is 24 hours long and is typically conducted over 4-5 days. The ISW approach is founded on several core activities which include: participant-led mini-lessons; participant-led feedback; and theme sessions. Confidentiality, peer support and facilitator guidance […]
Do you have a new course that you need to design for next fall? Are you trying to set aside time to redesign a course? Here is an opportunity for you to be guided through the step-by-step process of designing a learner-centred course that aligns with your goals and the needs of your program. The workshop […]
Gabriel Jarry-Bolduc will defend their dissertation.
Do you have a new course that you need to design for next fall? Are you trying to set aside time to redesign a course? Here is an opportunity for you to be guided through the step-by-step process of designing a learner-centered course that aligns with your goals and the needs of your program. The […]
Do you have a new course that you need to design for next fall? Are you trying to set aside time to redesign a course? Here is an opportunity for you to be guided through the step-by-step process of designing a learner-centered course that aligns with your goals and the needs of your program. The […]
Do you have a new course that you need to design for next fall? Are you trying to set aside time to redesign a course? Here is an opportunity for you to be guided through the step-by-step process of designing a learner-centered course that aligns with your goals and the needs of your program. The […]
Do you have a new course that you need to design for next fall? Are you trying to set aside time to redesign a course? Here is an opportunity for you to be guided through the step-by-step process of designing a learner-centered course that aligns with your goals and the needs of your program. The […]
In this course, our aim is to explore researching teaching and learning across the disciplines through a facilitated research development process to design a teaching and learning-focused research project – from defining a research question and placing that question in the context of the relevant literatures, to determining appropriate research methodologies and exploring the ethical […]
Concept mapping, a type of graphic representation of ideas, has been shown to facilitate meaningful learning across numerous disciplinary and interdisciplinary teaching contexts. In particular, concepts maps can help students develop critical thinking, integrate theory with practice, serve as tool for assessment and self-reflection, promote collaborative learning, and provide opportunities for creative and holistic thinking. […]
Google Scholar is an excellent tool for any academic to have in their pocket. But like all tools, it's designed for specific use cases; without understanding how and why it's been designed, we risk losing a nuanced perspective on research and the information landscape. In contrast to traditional library databases, Google Scholar is probably […]
In this course, our aim is to explore researching teaching and learning across the disciplines through a facilitated research development process to design a teaching and learning-focused research project – from defining a research question and placing that question in the context of the relevant literatures, to determining appropriate research methodologies and exploring the ethical […]
In this course, our aim is to explore researching teaching and learning across the disciplines through a facilitated research development process to design a teaching and learning-focused research project – from defining a research question and placing that question in the context of the relevant literatures, to determining appropriate research methodologies and exploring the ethical […]
The Microbiology Course Union invites members of the campus community to the inaugural Life Science Career Panel on March 23.
In this course, our aim is to explore researching teaching and learning across the disciplines through a facilitated research development process to design a teaching and learning-focused research project – from defining a research question and placing that question in the context of the relevant literatures, to determining appropriate research methodologies and exploring the ethical […]
In this course, our aim is to explore researching teaching and learning across the disciplines through a facilitated research development process to design a teaching and learning-focused research project – from defining a research question and placing that question in the context of the relevant literatures, to determining appropriate research methodologies and exploring the ethical […]
In this 60-minute workshop, participants will learn about the benefits and resources available for using midpoint surveys to obtain student input on their class halfway through the term and leveraging feedback to improve students’ experiences and maximize participation in end-term SEI evaluations. Link for In-Person Registration Link for Zoom Registration
In this 2-hour workshop, participants will acquire the understanding and helpful tips needed to craft effective learning outcomes specific to their own academic programs.
In this 2-hour workshop, participants will acquire the understanding and helpful tips needed to craft effective learning outcomes specific to their own academic programs.
Modality: Multi-access Location: SCI 331 & Zoom Presenters: Firas Moosvi, Barbara Komlos, and Jeannine Kuemmerle. Many faculty members grapple with the tension between syllabi that conform to departmental and university guidelines and ones that are creative, student-centred, and friendly. How might the syllabus assist your learners in mapping their progress through the course? This 90-minute […]
In this 2-hour workshop, participants will acquire the understanding and helpful tips needed to craft effective learning outcomes specific to their own academic programs.
The Department of Economics, Philosophy and Political Science invites you to attend a talk by Dr. Janice Compton.
The Department of Economics, Philosophy and Political Science invites you to attend a talk by Dr. Caroline M. Betts.
The Department of Economics, Philosophy and Political Science invites you to attend a talk by Dr. Umut Oguzoqlu.
UBCO | CTL Event Modality: In-person Location: SCI 331 Facilitators: Johanna Black, Education, and Prevention Specialist The UBC Okanagan Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL) invites you to join us for a two-hour session on disclosures. This session is for TAs in the faculties of Management, Science, and the School of Engineering. NOTE: It is […]
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