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Assessment, Grading, and AI
No one wants to grade AI-generated text, and students do not want to outsource their learning to AI. How do we return to our assessments—essays, group projects, presentations, reading responses and beyond—in light of AI? This workshop is premised on the belief that unpermitted AI use will be less appealing and accessible when assessments align with learning goals and when we are explicit about … -
ATW: Preparing the Teaching Portfolio
This workshop will cover the typical components of the teaching portfolio, the evidence of teaching excellence that is often required for academic jobs in the U.S. We will talk about how to gather the components of the portfolio—teaching statement, sample syllabi, course materials, and course evaluations—and how to annotate them so that the reader gets an overall sense of who you are as a teach… -
YSPH Teaching Fellows Workshop
Welcome, YSPH Teaching Fellows! Are you interested in learning about teaching strategies and resources specifically curated for instructors in the School of Public Health? In this workshop, we will discuss approaches to teaching your peers, the importance of establishing and maintaining boundaries with your students and lead professors, and methods to engage students in discussion sections and… -
CCTP Orientation and Social Event
Kick off the year with the CCTP community! The first half hour will introduce the Certificate of College Teaching Program (CCTP)—what it is and how to get involved. Afterward, stick around for a fun social hour with snacks and plenty of time to connect with fellow CCTP participants. Whether you’re brand new, curious about the CCTP, or already working on your certificate, this is your chance …
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ITW: Mental Health in the Classroom
How do you respond when a student shares with you that they are struggling with depression, anxiety, or other barriers to their wellbeing in your classroom? This workshop will invite graduate student instructors across the disciplines to develop skills and strategies for supporting students’ mental health. We will learn how to apply principles of accessible design to structure our own classroom…
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ITW: Office hours (Online)
Office hours can be much more than a place for students to ask last-minute homework questions. When framed intentionally, they can support deeper learning, foster stronger connections, and promote equity by reaching a broader range of students. In this workshop, we will explore strategies for making office hours welcoming and effective learning spaces. We’ll discuss how to clearly communicate t…
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Learning Community: Teaching as Embodied and Communal Practice (4 sessions online - 10/23 & 30, 11/6 & 13)
While we may often think of instruction as an abstract and intellectual endeavor, how we inhabit the classroom cannot be decoupled from aspects of who we are emotionally, mentally, and physically. So, what does it mean to bring your whole self into the classroom? Should you even bring your whole self to the classroom? What are you left to process after teaching? Your body’s relationship to teac…
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ATW - Preparing the Teaching Statement (Online - 11/5)
How can your teaching statement offer a clear and compelling description of you as an instructor to future employers? This hands-on workshop offers strategies and suggestions on how to present your teaching principles and practices on the academic job market. We will review examples of successful teaching statements, explore the expectations of the genre, and discuss how to make the most of thi…
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ATW Preparing the Teaching Statement (10/27)
How can your teaching statement offer a clear and compelling description of you as an instructor to future employers? This hands-on workshop offers strategies and suggestions on how to present your teaching principles and practices on the academic job market. We will review examples of successful teaching statements, explore the expectations of the genre, and discuss how to make the most of thi…
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ATW: Preparing the Teaching Statement (9/19)
How can your teaching statement offer a clear and compelling description of you as an instructor to future employers? This hands-on workshop offers strategies and suggestions on how to present your teaching principles and practices on the academic job market. We will review examples of successful teaching statements, explore the expectations of the genre, and discuss how to make the most of thi…