Dear Graduate Students,
The Center for Engaged Teaching and Learning (CETL) is excited to announce the launching of a newly developed workshop series, “Spring 21: Institute for Evidence-Based Teaching Practices.” Under the guidance of our pedagogical coaches, the workshops will be led by CETL's two Graduate Teaching Fellows, Taylor Fugere (GSA Academic Affairs Officer) and Larisa Gavrilova (GSA Climate, Diversity, and Equity Officer).
The series introduces research-based principles and practices from the book, "How Learning Works: Seven Research-based Principles for Smart Teaching," which has become an essential guide to teaching and learning. These interactive sessions provide participants with an opportunity to discuss pedagogical research, build a repertoire of strategies and best practices, and apply the principles of effective teaching.
The institute will kick-off in January and includes a series of six 75-minute sessions (via Zoom).
*** Students who attend 5 or more sessions will earn a certificate of participation. If you cannot participate in the entire series, you may still attend individual sessions that are of interest to you. Attending any of these sessions will contribute to your professional development and boost your CV.
To best accommodate your schedule, each session will be offered at two times - Mondays 2:00-3:15pm or Tuesday 5:00-6:15pm.
Session 1: January 11 & 12 Why Classroom Climate Matters for Student Learning
Session 2: January 25 & 26 How Students’ Prior Knowledge Affects their Learning
Session 3: February 22 & 23 Why Student Development Matters for Student Learning
Session 4: March 15 &16 How Student Organize Knowledge for Learning
Session 5: April 12 & 13 What Factors Motivate Students to Learn
Session 6: April 26 & 27 How to Use Feedback to Enhance Student Learning
You can sign up for these sessions at the website of the Center for Engaged Teaching & Learning.
