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View Past WebinarsThis workshop will provide TAs and CIs with the tools needed to integrate writing into STEM course curriculums. We will cover topics such as learning to write vs. writing to learn, writing as an iterative process, and building student confidence and proficiency in scientific writing. We will explore a range of strategies for fostering scientific […]
The statement of teaching philosophy (STP) is the foundation of any teaching dossier, is often requested as part of an academic job application, and is an important part of the tenure and promotion process. This short statement needs to effectively communicate your ideas, beliefs, and values about teaching in a condensed space. In writing your […]
Presented by: Teaching & Learning, Arts & Science Registration Presenters: Kenneth Yip, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Cell & Systems Biology Scott Schwartz, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Statistical Sciences Description: Kenneth Yip and Scott Schwartz will share their experiences developing generative AI chat tools for large undergraduate courses. Prof. Yip will discuss […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning First Meeting Wednesday, Jan. 29. Subsequent Sessions: Feb. 12 and 26; March 12 and 26; April 9. Time: 12-1 p.m. The Centre for Teaching and Learning Book Club explores themes around teaching and learning. In the first session, we will explore titles and select this term’s book […]
This 2-hour workshop will equip Teaching Assistants and Graduate Students with strategies to develop and apply intercultural communication skills to a variety of settings in the classroom. Participants will reflect on their cultural perspectives, positionality, and cultural toolkits to deepen their own self-awareness as educators, and will develop strategies to adapt their own teaching to […]
Presented by: UTSC In response to recommendations in the University of Toronto Scarborough Teaching Stream Working Group Report, UTSC Teaching Stream Faculty are invited to participate in a workshop series to formulate and explore teaching and learning projects with support from peers. This third session focuses on "Checking In and Moving Forward with Teaching and […]
Presented by: Teaching & Learning, Arts & Science Registration In-person meeting location: Room HS696, Health Sciences Building, 155 College Street The session includes the following two presentations: A 3-Role Framework for Coordinating Courses with Increasingly Large Enrolments Presenter: Lindsey Shorser, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Mathematics Description: Consider these three roles contained within the […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning First session: Thursday, Jan. 30, from 12-1 pm. Subsequent sessions: Thursday, Feb. 27, from 12-1 p.m. and Thursday, March 27, from 12-1 p.m. CTL's Educational Development Team would like to invite all UTSC faculty to take part in a Teaching and Learning Community of Practice. We will […]
Whether you’re new to inclusive pedagogies or seasoned in such pedagogies, this book series will provide you with the tools and community support to enhance your impact as an educator. Join us to transform your teaching and make a difference in the lives of your students! – Session #1: Understanding Inclusive Teaching Principles : In […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning At UTSC we strive to foster a culture of excellence in teaching. Participants will learn strategies for preparing a strong nomination package that aligns with the teaching award criteria. Prospective nominees and nominators are encouraged to attend this session. Registration
Presented by: Centre for Community Partnership Join us for our three-part CEL Course Development Workshops Series virtually this Winter. The workshops can be stand alone or completed as a series.Note: These will be participatory workshops where attendees will be invited to do some free-writing and some breakout group discussions. In this third workshop of the […]
Are you curious about finding open access teaching materials to support your students? Learn how Open Educational Resources (OER) can be optimized for instructional use in this interactive workshop. OER reduces the financial barrier to access materials for students while also strengthening student engagement and learning. You will be introduced to what OER is in […]
Presented by: Centre for Community Partnerships / Centre for Research and Innovation Support The Centre for Community Partnerships (CCP) and the Centre for Research and Innovation Support (CRIS) invite you to join us for the next session in the Community Engaged Research Discussion Club. This session will focus on the topic: theatre methodologies in community-focused […]
Wondering about the accommodation process, and accessibility services supports at U of T? In this webinar, we will provide an introduction to Accessibility Services and the accommodation process at the University of Toronto. Join us for a conversation about roles and responsibilities of students, Accessibility Advisors, TAs, and course instructors as well as services offered […]
Panelists: Nazanin Khazra, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Economics Liliana Clemenza, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Immunology Jessica A Hill, Associate Professor, Teaching Stream, Molecular Genetics Moderator: Victoria Sheldon, Faculty Liaison Coordinator, Generative AI Pedagogies, CTSI Join us for an insightful panel discussion that will delve into the innovative use of Generative AI (GenAI) tools that showcase […]
Each OnlineMicroteaching session will involve 5 graduate student participants and 2 TATPfacilitators. Participants will take turns acting as instructors by takingtheir students (i.e., other participants and TATP facilitators) through a 10(ten) minute lesson over Zoom. Following their lesson and a brief reflection, eachinstructor will provide a brief, verbal self-assessment, stating what theythought worked well in […]
Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in for University of Toronto instructors and staff. This is your opportunity to get hands-on experience with Microsoft Copilot, a powerful generative AI model that has been approved for use by the University. Focus: Our primary goal is to familiarize you with the process of logging into Copilot using […]
Presented by: RGASC, UTM Traditional grading can, paradoxically, function as an obstacle to student engagement and optimal learning outcomes, while adding to the load of pressure that students already carry. ‘Ungrading’ is an umbrella term for a variety of learning focused evaluation strategies that aim to reduce grade-related anxiety and increase students’ sense of agency […]
The TATP Peer Review sessions are interactive workshops designed to help you elevate your course design skills. This hands-on session encourages you to review and discuss your peers’ course materials, providing constructive feedback and receiving insights in return. This collaborative approach aims to enhance your course design proficiency and promote a culture of continuous improvement […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning First Meeting Wednesday, Jan. 29. Subsequent Sessions: Feb. 12 and 26; March 12 and 26; April 9. Time: 12-1 p.m. The Centre for Teaching and Learning Book Club explores themes around teaching and learning. In the first session, we will explore titles and select this term’s book […]
This 2-hour workshop will equip graduate students (the participants) to develop negotiation and communication skills in a variety of settings. Students will learn about the key principles of negotiation, including what it is, the dynamics, and the different styles. Students will also develop a toolbox of negotiation techniques to set them up for success, which […]
Presented by Faculty of Arts & Science, Teaching & Learning Zoom Registration This session includes the following two presentations: Enhancing Student Learning through Automated Testing and Customized Data Problems in Introductory Statistics Education Presenter: Nathalie Moon, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Statistical Sciences In 2024, I successfully implemented automated tests for programming problem sets […]
This two-hour interactive workshop equips Teaching Assistants (TAs) with the knowledge and skills to design and facilitate effective active learning techniques. Participants will explore a variety of active learning techniques, evaluate their applicability across disciplines, and learn to adapt these strategies for diverse student groups. Through hands-on activities and peer collaboration, participants will practice designing active […]
Building on the foundational principles from Session 1, this session focuses on critically analyzing and evaluating the teaching strategies presented in the book. Participants will engage in collaborative discussions to assess the effectiveness of strategies such as active learning, equitable grading, and transparency in assignments. They will also examine real-world examples to identify potential challenges […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning Cultivating an inclusive classroom requires intentionality about how to approach “hot” moments, including situations that are heated, offensive, tense and most often unexpected. This in-person workshop explores how positionality and communication styles play a role in how we respond to classroom disruptions and when we might need […]
Mentorship, whether informal or formal, is a critical aspect of teaching and learning in higher education. The quality of mentorship experiences can have a direct impact on student outcomes. Despite how pervasive mentorship is within the academy, mentors lack formal training in effective mentorship practices, often adopting the practices and qualities of their own mentors. […]
Each in-person Microteaching session will involve 5 graduate student participants and 2 TATPfacilitators. Participants will take turns acting as instructors by takingtheir students (i.e., other participants and TATP facilitators) through a 10(ten) minute lesson. Following their lesson and a brief reflection, eachinstructor will provide a brief, verbal self-assessment, stating what theythought worked well in the […]
Facilitator: Danielle Bentley, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Division of Anatomy, Department of Surgery, Temerty Faculty of Medicine Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/resources/universal-design-for-learning/) is an educational framework that leverages the values of accessibility and inclusion in designing accessible, inclusive, and usable methods, materials, and environments that reduce learning barriers and welcome learner variability. The UDL […]
Presented by: RGASC, UTM Group work in higher education presents a unique opportunity for students to develop collaborative learning skills, such as teamwork, trust, and communication. However, assessing collaborative learning in a group work context remains a challenge that is contingent upon the learning context, the learning goals, and the learners themselves. The fourth session […]
Without fail, one of the most universal issues educators encounter in the classroom is how to engage students and motivate them to participate in activities and discussions. Active Learning strategies are some of the best tools to promote learner engagement and buy-in by establishing various types of low-stakes activities to help cement learning. However, personal […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning Discover how to use accessible practices and Universal Design for Learning principles to create accessible and engaging PowerPoint slide decks. This webinar for faculty, staff and librarians will provide practical tips and strategies to ensure your slides are clear, engaging, easy to navigate and effectively support diverse […]
Join us for an interactive virtual drop-in for University of Toronto instructors and staff. This is your opportunity to get hands-on experience with Microsoft Copilot, a powerful generative AI model that has been approved for use by the University. Focus: Our primary goal is to familiarize you with the process of logging into Copilot using […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning First Meeting Wednesday, Jan. 29. Subsequent Sessions: Feb. 12 and 26; March 12 and 26; April 9. Time: 12-1 p.m. The Centre for Teaching and Learning Book Club explores themes around teaching and learning. In the first session, we will explore titles and select this term’s book […]
Facilitators: Navroop Gill, Teaching & Learning Librarian, Teaching & Engagement Unit, University of Toronto Libraries Jordan Holmes, Senior Manager, Teaching, Learning & Technology, CTSI Victoria Sheldon, Faculty Liaison Coordinator, Generative AI Pedagogies, CTSI As AI tools become increasingly prevalent in teaching and learning, it is crucial for educators to understand how to guide students in […]
Presented by: RGASC, UTM This lunch and learn series will explore various Generative AI tools in higher education through the lens of the STRIVE (Student-centeredness, Transparency, Responsibility, Integrity, Validity, and Equity) model. Designed for instructors at varying levels of comfort and experience, each of the six 30-minute sessions will demonstrate potential ways of incorporating a […]
Presented by: UTSC Centre for Teaching and Learning First session: Thursday, Jan. 30, from 12-1 pm. Subsequent sessions: Thursday, Feb. 27, from 12-1 p.m. and Thursday, March 27, from 12-1 p.m. CTL's Educational Development Team would like to invite all UTSC faculty to take part in a Teaching and Learning Community of Practice. We will […]
Facilitator: Amanda Sharples, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Psychology Designing meaningful assessments that are relevant to students’ future academic and professional goals and providing students with the opportunity to reflect on their experience completing these assessments is essential for fostering student engagement. Moreover, providing students with transparent criteria for success and clear, constructive, and […]
This workshop invites course instructors, teaching assistants, and graduate students to explore sustainability and its relevance to teaching and learning. Participants will gain a deeper understanding of sustainability’s three pillars—environmental, social, and economic—and how these principles can be incorporated into sustainability pedagogy across disciplines.Building on the university’s commitment to sustainability, as highlighted by the President’s […]
Queer representation in STEM fields has historically been lower and more challenging compared to other fields. LGBTQ+ individuals in STEM often face higher rates of discrimination and negative workplace experiences. For example, a survey found that 28% of LGBTQ+ people in STEM have considered leaving their jobs due to hostile work environments. Additionally, LGBTQ+ people […]
Presented by: UTSC In response to recommendations in the University of Toronto Scarborough Teaching Stream Working Group Report, UTSC Teaching Stream Faculty are invited to participate in a workshop series to formulate and explore teaching and learning projects with support from peers. This fourth session focuses on "Making Plans to Showcase Teaching and Learning Projects." […]
The final session of the series emphasizes action and implementation. Participants will focus on applying the insights gained from the book to design or revise course elements, such as syllabi, assignments, and classroom activities. Through hands-on exercises and peer feedback, they will develop practical plans to integrate inclusive teaching practices into their curriculum. This session […]
Moderator: Victoria Sheldon, Faculty Liaison Coordinator, Generative AI Pedagogies, Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation (CTSI) Panelists: Michelle Arnot, Professor, Teaching Stream, Associate Chair, Undergraduate Education, Pharmacology and Toxicology Robert Bentley, Assistant Professor, Cardiovascular Physiology, Faculty of Kinesiology & Physical Education Nohjin Kee, Associate Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Physiology Join us for an engaging panel discussion as […]
Each OnlineMicroteaching session will involve 5 graduate student participants and 2 TATPfacilitators. Participants will take turns acting as instructors by takingtheir students (i.e., other participants and TATP facilitators) through a 10(ten) minute lesson over Zoom. Following their lesson and a brief reflection, eachinstructor will provide a brief, verbal self-assessment, stating what theythought worked well in […]
Facilitators: Rebecca Laposa, Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream, Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Temerty Faculty of Medicine Melanie Jeffrey, Assistant Professor, Human Biology and Indigenous Studies, Faculty of Arts & Science Universal Design for Learning (UDL) (https://teaching.utoronto.ca/resources/universal-design-for-learning/) is an educational framework that leverages the values of accessibility and inclusion in designing accessible, inclusive, and usable methods, […]
Facilitator: Daniela Galatro; Assistant Professor, Teaching Stream. Chemical Engineering & Applied Chemistry, FASE This session describes the workflow of mapping the ACUE modules with my research and teaching interests in incorporating machine learning and process simulation in class through my course reflections. This mapping process is followed by the design and implementation of examples illustrating […]
This workshop is designed for participants to reflect and communicate their personal pedagogies as they relate to EDIA topics. Participants will reflect on their teaching experience, choose an example of their personal pedagogy in action, and write about that experience using a toolbox of writing techniques and language covered in the workshop. Peer feedback furthers […]
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