Seven Key Areas for TA Development
NOTE: Duties and responsibilities that must be reflected on the DDAH form are marked by * Roles and Responsibilities Review with your course TAs the key learning objectives of the
Planning and Delivering Your Courses
There are so many things to do before you step into a classroom or log on to your online course. These resources will support you through course, assignment and syllabus design. Help you develop learning outcomes, support your TA teaching team, work with a librarian for course materials and developing your students research skills. Provide easy access to U of T resources that support your teaching and engage your students.
Many tools and support resources are available to help you move your classes online, engage your students in remote learning and meet course learning objectives. Most of the activities can be implemented through Quercus. The guidance provided in this section focuses on assessing you and your students’ readiness for the move to teaching and learning in an online context.
Considerations and Questions for Your Pre-Course Meeting Considerations
How to Prepare for the First Meeting with Your Teaching Assistant(s) NOTE: Duties and responsibilities that must be reflected on the DDAH form are marked by * Course Overview &
How to Enhance the Teaching Competencies of Your TAs
Professional Development Opportunities An important strategy that can enhance the overall effectiveness of your teaching team is to encourage the professional development of your TAs. This can build a sense
Developing and Managing an Effective TA Teaching Team
Whether this is your first time leading a course with one or more teaching assistants or you would like to revisit your process, this section offers considerations and resources for
Working with Your TAs
The University of Toronto employs thousands of graduate students (PhD and MA-level students), and some undergraduate students, to support teaching staff with undergraduate level courses. Teaching Assistants (TAs) conduct tutorials
U of T Resources for Instructors
The University of Toronto provides a number of resources for instructors, including grading practices and policies, information on academic integrity, and Divisional supports. Teaching Support Offices Centre for Faculty Development,
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The University welcomes and includes students, staff, and faculty from a wide range of backgrounds, cultural traditions, and spiritual beliefs and is committed to equity, human rights and respect for
Universal Design for Learning
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a framework for welcoming learner variability in our classrooms. The philosophy of UDL is that rather than adapting a course for individual student needs—a
Developing Learning Outcomes
What are Learning Outcomes? Learning outcomes are statements that describe the knowledge or skills students should acquire by the end of a particular assignment, class, course, or program. They help