Course Instructor Training Camp – December 2025 (Online)

Please note that these sessions can be counted towardsCourse Instructor Job training, but not towards any other TATP certificate. Nevertheless, anyone is welcome to participate in the event.   
This training is grouped into two parts:
• Seven asynchronous learning modules (3.5 hours),and
• Two synchronous online workshop sessions(2.5 hours total). 
You must complete the 7 asynchronous modules before youcan attend the workshops (see self-enrolment information below). Forthe synchronous sessions, your presence is expected in the online space for theentire duration of each session. 
The asynchronous modules focus on many ofthe principle components of course design, including learning outcomes,assessments, syllabus design, and lecture planning. They additionally highlighthow these components are informed by UDL (Universal Design for Learning) andEquity-Oriented Pedagogy. We also discuss policies and course administrationdetails that are specific to the University of Toronto. The content covered inthese modules is applicable to face-to-face, hybrid, and online learningcontexts.
Upon completion of the asynchronous modules, you will beable to:
·        Listthe fundamental principles of course design
·        Applythe principles of Universal Design for Learning to your course design
·       Createcourses that reduce barriers to learning and foster an inclusive environment
·        Developeffective, well-designed courses and lectures that engage your students
·       Designa learner-centered syllabus that fosters student resilience
·       Describeconsiderations for equity related to all aspects of course development
·      Outline and implement University policies andadministration concerning your course design and delivery
The two online workshop sessions takeplace after the asynchronous modules. In the first session (Syllabus PeerReview + Q & A), participants will receive feedback on theircourse syllabus and provide feedback to one of their peers. This activity willhelp participants identify areas of strength and potential areas forimprovement in their syllabus. For this reason, we require participants tobring a draft of a syllabus – it does not have to be a finished or polisheddraft and can be for a course you have taught before, a course you are about toteach, or a course you would like to teach in the future.
The first synchronous session will also include time for aquestion-and-answer period, where participants are welcome to ask questionsabout concepts introduced in the asynchronous modules, or other aspects ofcourse design. The first synchronous session will be 1.5 hours long.
In the second synchronous session (Effective Practicesfor Engaging Lectures), we focus our discussion on how CIs can deliverengaging and equitable lectures. We explore three key areas, includinginclusive lecturing, active learning, and reflective practice. We will discussstrategies that are relevant in both face-to-face and online learning contexts,and we will consider these strategies with accessibility and inclusivity inmind. The second synchronous session will be 1 hour long.
You must complete the 7 asynchronous modulesbefore you can attend the workshop sessions on December 10th
Asynchronous Modules: Self enrolment link: https://q.utoronto.ca/enroll/HMN9RW (https://q.utoronto.ca/enroll/HMN9RW)
• Module 1: Universal Design for Learning andInclusive Course Design
• Module 2: Fundamentals of Course Design
• Module 3: Learning Outcomes
• Module 4: Assessment Design
• Module 5: Syllabus Design
• Module 6: Lecture Planning
• Module 7: Course Administration and UniversityPolicies
Online (synchronous) Workshops: Wednesday, December 10th,2025:  
• 1:00pm – 2:30pm: Syllabus Peer Review + Q& A  

•  3:00 pm – 4:00pm: Effective Practices forEngaging Lectures