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Planning Online Learning
The following are suggested readings as a research-informed introduction to theory and practice of online learning. Community of Inquiry: Theoretical framework represents a process of creating a deep and meaningful learning experience throu…

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What Is Active Learning at U of T? Active learning refers to instructional approaches that engage students in doing, observing, and reflecting—not just receiving information. It positions students as contributors to the learning process, ra…

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Tools Beyond Quercus
If an instructor wishes to use social media, third party and/or cloud-based technologies to enhance a course, what steps can be taken to reduce risk and ensure the security of student data? Full reliance on a third-party service that is not…

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Multiple Choice Question and Quiz Tips
This information is also available to download as a printable pdf:   Multiple-Choice-Question-and-Quiz-Tips.pdf Vocabulary Multiple choice questions consist of a stem or question, and alternatives or options including the correct respo…

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Academic Integrity and the Role of the Instructor
The University of Toronto is committed to the values of independent inquiry and to the free and open exchange of ideas. Visit U of T’s Academic Integrity website for further resources and the University’s Code of Behaviour on Academic Matte…

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First Class Strategies
The following tips and resources are designed to support instructors as they begin a new course, in-person or online. Divisions and departments might have resources specific to their individual needs and concerns. Getting Off to a Good Star…

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Featured Resource: Teaching Dossier Guide Your statement of teaching philosophy is a short document that should function both as a stand-alone essay that describes your personal approach to teaching, and as a central component of the teachi…

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Featured Resource: Teaching Dossier Guide A teaching dossier: Describes your approach to teaching Provides evidence of your teaching effectiveness and teaching outcomes Documents your efforts at teaching improvement Compiling a dossier is…

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Developing a Course Syllabus
Access the Syllabus Design Foundations (SDF) self-paced, asynchronous program for an introduction to syllabus design/redesign. Before crafting your University of Toronto course syllabus: Check with your own Division or home unit to identif…

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Sample Statements for Your Course Syllabi
The following statements may be included on your course syllabus. For assistance in drafting additional statements, please feel free to contact the Centre for Teaching Support & Innovation at ctsi.teaching@utoronto.ca. The University ha…

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Course Design
The following resources and strategies support instructors as they prepare courses for the in-person or online environment. If you would like to meet with a CTSI staff member to discuss course design, please submit a consultation request. E…

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Active Verbs for Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy
The information below provides definitions and attributes for each of the six levels of Bloom’s Revised Taxonomy, along with Active Verbs that should be used when developing learning outcomes. (Adapted from: L.W. Anderson and D.R. Krathwohl…

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Institutional Resources 

Undergraduate Research Hub: a resource for faculty, librarians, staff and students to help them navigate undergraduate research at U of T. For faculty, topics include recruitment, management of student researchers, funding opportunities and opportunities to support students in research.

Experiential Learning Hub: a resource for faculty, librarians, staff and students to help them navigate experiential learning at U of T. It shares a typology for the different types of EL found at U of T along with resources for faculty, staff and librarians as they plan and implement an EL initiative.

Folio: is a new system that helps students elevate their University of Toronto experience; from exciting events and enriching clubs to personalized peer mentorship, supports to enhance their academic journey and experiential learning programs. Students are able to explore activities that align with their skills and interests, and seamlessly track their achievements via their Co-Curricular Record.

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