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SUMMARY:Using Padlet to Bridge Between Classes\, or the Group Project your Students Actually Enjoy
DESCRIPTION:Bridging is an important tool to keep students connected to your course content between classes. In this virtual conversation\, we will talk about how to create group-based activities that encourage students to reflect on content in a way that is relevant to them\, using Padlet as the content-organizing tool. These activities spark creativity\, conversation\, and student insight. \nFacilitated by Janelle Gibson\, Teaching Professor in the Brown School. Please contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director of Assessment and Evaluation\, with any questions. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/using-padlet-to-bridge-between-classes-or-the-group-project-your-students-actually-enjoy_02-14-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240214T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
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SUMMARY:Asking Questions to Improve Learning (in person)
DESCRIPTION:Asking questions during class can promote student engagement\, foster reflection\, and serve as real-time feedback to both students and instructors about where students are at in their learning. However\, not all questions are created equally\, and not all questioning strategies are effective. This workshop will explore varied question types that instructors might pose\, as well as strategies for sequencing questions so that they best support and encourage student learning. This workshop will also provide strategies for responding effectively to student answers. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Lisa Kuehne\, Assistant Director of Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/asking-questions-to-improve-learning-2024-02-14/
LOCATION:Medical Campus
CATEGORIES:- Foundations in Teaching (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240213T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155223Z
UID:17463-1707822000-1707823800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:WashU ChatGPT Mini-Hackathon: Teaching and Learning Ideas
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual conversation\, we will try out the new WashU ChatGPT and discuss specific ways you may use it in your classes. We will explore approaches that can support your teaching as well as enhance student learning. \nFor questions about this Virtual Conversation\, contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/washu-chatgpt-mini-hackathon-teaching-and-learning-ideas_02-13-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
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SUMMARY:Asking Questions to Improve Learning
DESCRIPTION:Asking questions during class can promote student engagement\, foster reflection\, and serve as real-time feedback to both students and instructors about where students are at in their learning. However\, not all questions are created equally\, and not all questioning strategies are effective. This workshop will explore varied question types that instructors might pose\, as well as strategies for sequencing questions so that they best support and encourage student learning. This workshop will also provide strategies for responding effectively to student answers. \nIf you have questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Lisa Kuehne\, Assistant Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \nNote: This workshop has been rescheduled to Monday\, February 12\, 3-4:20pm. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/asking-questions-to-improve-learning-2024-02-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Foundations in Teaching (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240212T123000
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CREATED:20240125T180626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155223Z
UID:17462-1707739200-1707741000@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Equitable Teaching in the Humanities: Centering the Margins - Questioning the Canon
DESCRIPTION:In this Virtual Conversation\, we’ll explore the role of and some alternatives to canonical works. We’ll discuss the assumptions underlying the concept of canon\, and the pros and cons of teaching it to undergraduate students new to our field. Finally\, we’ll work together to brainstorm some ways to incorporate classical works while inviting students to explore them from a fresh perspective. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Dr. Elina Salminen\, Assistant Director for Educational Development. \nRegistration\n\n 
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/equitable-teaching-in-the-humanities-centering-the-margins-questioning-the-canon_2-12-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240208T125000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
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UID:17254-1707393600-1707396600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Spring 2024 Faculty Reading Community (FRC)
DESCRIPTION:Join fellow faculty and CTL staff for sustained cross-disciplinary conversation on critical topics in teaching and learning. \nThe Faculty Reading Community discussions in Spring 2024 will involve chapters from David Clark and Robert Talbert’s recent book\, Grading for Growth: A Guide to Alternative Grading Practices That Promote Authentic Learning and Student Engagement in Higher Education. This book is a practical how-to guide to get started with a variety of alternative grading techniques. It covers the basics of alternative grading and has chapters dedicated to standards-based grading (aka mastery grading)\, specifications grading\, alternative grading in large courses\, and more. \nParticipants are required to attend 4 of 5 meetings. Faculty will receive a copy of the book courtesy of the CTL. Seats are limited. \nMeeting Mode: This semester’s faculty reading community will meet in person on the Danforth campus.  \nMeetings will be from noon-12:50pm on the following Thursdays: \n\nFeb 8: Chapters 1-2 (What This Book is About and Why We Grade)\nFeb 22: Chapters 3-4 (Framework for Alternative Grading and Does Alternative Grading Work)\nMarch 7: Chapters 5-6 (Standards-based Grading and Specifications Grading)\nMarch 28: Chapters 7-10 (Focus on chapters most useful to you: Hybrid Systems\, Large Classes\, Lab Classes\, Partial Conversions)\nApril 11: Chapters 11-13 (Workbook for Alternative Grading\, How To Do It\, and What’s Next)\n\nThe reading community will be co-facilitated by Rick Moore\, along with faculty members Amy Heath-Carpentier and Zack Bowersox. \nFor questions about the Faculty Reading Community\, please contact Dr. Rick Moore at rick.moore@wustl.edu. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/spring-2024-faculty-reading-community-frc/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:- Multiple Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240205T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240205T110000
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SUMMARY:Designing Collaborative Learning Materials
DESCRIPTION:Deciding to use collaborative learning in your classroom is one way to increase student participation and engagement. However\, choosing to use collaborative learning brings with it a new challenge—designing collaborative learning activities and corresponding materials that are transparent\, inclusive\, and the right fit for the course. In this workshop\, participants will discuss best practices for designing collaborative learning activities and materials and apply these strategies to develop an activity for their course. \nIf you have questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Lisa Kuehne\, Assistant Director of Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/designing-collaborative-learning-materials-2024-02-05/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (PDT),- STEM (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240201T123000
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CREATED:20240111T223954Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165440Z
UID:17336-1706788800-1706790600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:How To Use Copyright Materials in Your Courses
DESCRIPTION:Do you engage students with copyrighted material (such as literature\, film\, art) in your class? Learn how fair use empowers you to determine what copyrighted material you can share in digital spaces (like Canvas) while responsibly using digital and electronic resources. \nThis event is co-facilitated by Treasa Bane (WashU Libraries Copyright and Scholarly Communications Librarian) and Dr. Sally Wu (CTL Assistant Director for Educational Technology). For questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Sally Wu. \nRegistration\n\n 
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/24_02_05_how-to-use-copyright-materials-in-your-courses/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Co-Sponsored Event,- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20240105T183505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T161536Z
UID:17313-1706706000-1706707800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:The Trouble with Visuals: Tips for PowerPoints
DESCRIPTION:If you teach using images\, graphs\, diagrams\, charts\, or models in your PowerPoints\, join this interactive session to gain insights on how your students may struggle to parse and understand visuals. You’ll learn specific ideas on how to help your students better “read” visuals and relate them to key concepts. \nFor questions about this event\, please contact Dr. Sally Wu\, Assistant Director for Educational Technology. \nRegistration\n\n 
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/the-trouble-with-visuals-tips-for-powerpoints_1-31-2024/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240131T125000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165655Z
UID:17312-1706700600-1706705400@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Navigating Challenging Conversations in the Classroom
DESCRIPTION:While the classroom can be a space for open\, respectful discussion of sensitive or controversial topics\, facilitating such discussions can be a challenging prospect. This workshop will help instructors develop strategies for fostering critical thinking\, open-mindedness\, and civil discourse in the classroom regardless of the topic. Participants will engage with strategies for laying the groundwork necessary for having difficult conversations\, learn approaches for responding to unexpectedly tense moments\, and practice applying the strategies we discuss to common instructional situations. \nThis workshop will take place in person on the Danforth campus (exact location to be announced). \nLunch is provided. If you have questions about this Faculty Workshop\, please contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director for Assessment and Evaluation. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/navigating-challenging-conversations-in-the-classroom_1-31-2024/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240130T103000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20240104T233356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T170708Z
UID:17310-1706605200-1706610600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Fostering an Inclusive Classroom Climate
DESCRIPTION:While the classroom can be a space for open\, respectful dialogue\, it can also feel isolating or even hostile for student learners. What can an instructor do to promote a space for positive\, fruitful collaboration? What does it take to create a truly inclusive classroom climate? In this workshop\, participants will discuss a series of interconnected factors that shape classroom climate. Participants will also have the opportunity to consider ways to repair a fractured classroom climate. Finally\, we will examine strategies for developing a classroom culture in which students feel heard\, welcomed\, and valued. \nIf you have questions about this workshop\, please contact Dr. Elina Salminen.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/fostering-an-inclusive-classroom-climate_01-30-24/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240125T163000
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CREATED:20240104T211808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T170811Z
UID:17298-1706194800-1706200200@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Preparing and Delivering a Teaching Demo
DESCRIPTION:Note: This workshop will take place in-person. \nA campus visit invitation from a search committee is welcome news\, but it often comes with a challenging request for a “teaching talk” or “teaching demo.” In this workshop\, participants will discuss what makes an effective teaching demonstration that is aligned with other teaching-related job market materials. Participants will learn questions to ask the institution before the visit\, how to design a talk that is appropriate for each audience and purpose\, and how to include student interaction and other methods of demonstrating your effectiveness as an instructor. \nIf you have questions about this workshop\, please contact Dr. Eric Fournier\, Director of Educational Development. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/preparing-and-delivering-a-teaching-demo/
LOCATION:TGC Commons (The Grad Center) on Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- Job Market (PDT)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240110
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240111
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230926T201657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T162946Z
UID:17109-1704844800-1704931199@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:iTeach 2024 Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Center for Teaching and Learning and our partners from University Libraries\, the Office of the Provost\, and Arts & Sciences Computing are reviving the popular iTeach Conference on January 10\, 2024.  This one day conference will be held in the Brown School’s Hillman Hall on the Danforth Campus. When we last offered this conference in 2018\, it drew over 200 faculty and instructional staff from all schools at the University for cross-disciplinary discussions on teaching and teaching-related research. \nThis conference is an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues from other schools\, programs\, and departments and to rediscover innovative approaches to teaching and learning. \nFor registration\, the conference program and additional information\, visit the iTeach Conference main page.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/iteach-2024/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Special Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20231128T165530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165449Z
UID:17231-1704801600-1704803400@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Considering Religious Observances in Course Planning: A Conversation with  the Office of Religious\, Spiritual & Ethical Life
DESCRIPTION:In this virtual conversation with Rev. Callista Isabelle\, Director for Religious\, Spiritual & Ethical Life\, faculty will learn about ways to support students’ observances of religious holidays that overlap with the semester. We’ll share key information about the Religious Holiday Class Absence Policy and provide tips for helping all students feel included and respected while also keeping your courses on track. We will also talk about some of the upcoming religious holidays this semester that some WashU students might observe. \nFor questions about the event\, please contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director for Assessment and Evaluation\, Center for Teaching and Learning at rick.moore@wustl.edu. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/considering-religious-observances-in-course-planning_1-9-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Co-Sponsored Event,- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240109T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20231109T160822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T152526Z
UID:17200-1704276000-1704798000@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Course Design Institute: January 3rd - January 9th
DESCRIPTION:Redesigning a course over break? Tackling a new-to-you course or a brand new course in the spring? New to WashU and/or new to designing your own course? The CTL’s Course Design Institute (CDI) is for you! \nThis week-long intensive course design institute will guide participants in planning and preparing to teach a course that is supported by the latest research in teaching and learning. During the CDI\, facilitators will model and discuss a range of tools and strategies that can enhance your instruction\, increase student engagement\, ensure alignment between course goals and assessments\, and establish an inclusive learning environment for your students. \nParticipants who fully engage in the program will leave with a significant portion of their course planning finished\, including clearly delineated learning goals\, an assessment/assignment plan\, strategies for student engagement and Canvas use\, a draft of the syllabus and course policies\, and a detailed plan for the first day of class. \nThe CDI will be conducted through a combination of daily self-paced learning modules in Canvas and three\, hour-long synchronous Zoom meetings. Overall time commitment for participating includes 3.5 hours of live engagement\, plus an average of 2-3 hours each day for asynchronous work in Canvas (reading\, watching videos\, working on drafting aspects of your course). \nLive sessions will take place via Zoom on Wednesday\, January 3rd\, Friday\, January 5th\, and Tuesday\, January 9th from 10-11am CT. To participate\, faculty must commit to attending the three live sessions. \nProgram Learning Objectives:\nParticipants will: \n\nLearn about and employ backwards design to develop a course plan;\nDesign\, develop\, and build materials for their course including learning goals\, assessment plan\, syllabus\, and more;\nDiscover strategies for helping students thrive\, including ways to promote meaningful interaction and support equitable learning; and\nExperience Canvas from the perspective of a student in a course.\n\nPlease contact Dr. Eric Fournier\, Director of Educational Development with questions about the program. \nNote that this course design institute is primarily open to faculty teaching this Spring at WashU. If you are a graduate student who will be an instructor of record in an upcoming semester and would like to participate\, please contact Dr. Eric Fournier for next steps. A limited number of spots will be available for graduate students who are getting ready to teach independently. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/course-design-institute_january3rd2024/
LOCATION:Via Canvas Course and Synchronous Zoom Sessions
CATEGORIES:- Multiple Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Pedagogical Scholarship
DESCRIPTION:So\, you may have heard the terms scholarly teaching\, SoTL\, TAR\, and DBER\, but what do they mean? How are they related? In this workshop for graduate students and postdocs\, we will define various modes of pedagogical research and discuss similarities and differences between them. Participants will also learn about qualitative and quantitative approaches to pedagogical research as well as about strategies to become more involved in pedagogical scholarship in their classroom. \nNote that while this workshop is part of the STEM pedagogies series\, anyone interested in doing SoTL research or possibly participating in the SoTL seminar is welcome! \nFor questions about this workshop\, contact Dr. Lisa Kuehne\, Assistant Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/introduction-to-pedagogical-scholarship-11-30-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (PDT),- STEM (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231130T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230919T224833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192220Z
UID:17064-1701342000-1701347400@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching What You Don’t Know
DESCRIPTION:Oftentimes\, in our AI teaching responsibilities or early teaching careers\, we may be called upon to teach content outside of our area of expertise. Maybe you are an ecologist assisting a microbiology course for the first time. Or a you are a literature scholar teaching writing for the first time. These teaching opportunities can be very exciting and cause a certain amount of uncertainty and anxiety. “What if students ask me a question I can’t answer?” “How do I maintain authority and confidence in the classroom space?”  This Foundations in Teaching workshop will draw from the ideas of Therese Huston in her book Teaching What You Don’t Know and highlight teaching strategies to help you maximize every teaching opportunity. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Eric Fournier\, Director of Educational Development. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/fit-workshop-teaching-what-you-dont-know-11-30-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Foundations in Teaching (PDT)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231128T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20231019T192508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T155223Z
UID:17145-1701172800-1701174600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Effective Student Evaluations and Question Personalization
DESCRIPTION:Instructors have the opportunity to add up to three custom questions to their student course evaluations during the question personalization period. In this session\, we’ll discuss how to write effective questions\, increase student response rates\, and generally make the most out of the student course evaluation process. \nFor questions about this virtual conversation\, contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director for Assessment and Evaluation. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/effective-student-evaluations-and-question-personalization_11_28_23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Short Session (<30 minutes)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231115T173000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20231101T150914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T170925Z
UID:17178-1700064000-1700069400@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Applying Principles of Learning Sciences to Your Teaching
DESCRIPTION:Understanding how students learn is an important part of being an effective instructor. In this workshop\, participants will examine how to translate three principles from learning sciences to their teaching: 1) testing effect —deliberately retrieving information from memory\, 2) conceptual change — identifying and reconstructing one’s conceptions\, and 3) scaffolding —incrementally removing supports to build skills. We will consider ways to apply these principles to designing the structure of a course\, implementing in-class activities\, and creating homework assignments. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/applying-principles-of-learning-sciences-to-your-teaching_11-15-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- STEM (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231114T180000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20231102T222542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T153122Z
UID:17179-1699981200-1699984800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Grad Students of the CTL
DESCRIPTION:The Graduate Student Advisory Council invites you to learn more about how and why to take advantage of the resources and programming provided to graduate students by the Center for Teaching and Learning. Panelists include recent and not-so-recent graduates of WashU who have participated in CTL professional development in teaching programs. They will share a bit about their experience by answering some prompts provided by the graduate student facilitators\, followed by audience questions. Many current graduate students who are active at the CTL will also be in attendance. \nThere are two ways to participate: \n\nRegister to Zoom in on your own here: https://wustl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJAtcOyrrzssHdKoVLGEq45-1hIELMuCJddj\nJoin the watch party at the Grad Center! We will be showing the panel discussion on the big screen. Walk-ins welcome\, or you can register above to receive reminder emails.\n\nFor more information or to submit a question for the panel\, contact Lisa Kuehne\, lmkuehne@wustl.edu.
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/grad-students-of-the-ctl/
LOCATION:Hybrid (Danforth Campus + Zoom)
CATEGORIES:- Special Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231110T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230919T224545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192241Z
UID:17063-1699614000-1699619400@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching in Office Hours and Review Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Participants in this workshop will learn how to anticipate and address the unique challenges that can arise when teaching in review sessions and office hours presents unique challenges. Topics include designing an effective structure for review sessions and office hours\, helping students learn to think and to work independently\, and responding appropriately to the variety of student questions that may arise.  \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Denise Leonard\, Associate Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/fit-workshop-teaching-in-office-hours-and-review-sessions-11-10-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Foundations in Teaching (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231109T133000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
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SUMMARY:Motivating Student Learners
DESCRIPTION:Students who are motivated learn more and learn better than those whose interests\, attention\, and self-esteem lag during the semester. Participants in this advanced-level workshop will examine the various factors which in recent research on social belonging and affect have been found to shape student motivation in the classroom. They will consider potential strategies for motivating students to stay engaged throughout the term and to persist throughout difficulties encountered in the course. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Denise Leonard\, Associate Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs \nRegistration\n\n 
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/motivating-student-learners_11-9-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- Humanities, Arts & Social Sciences (PDT)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231108T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230731T170633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192241Z
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SUMMARY:Pedagogy 102: Applying What We Know About Learning
DESCRIPTION:It is important for every instructor to have a clear knowledge of pedagogical fundamentals in order to create engaging and constructive learning environments that serve students of various backgrounds and disciplines. Continuing on from Pedagogy 101\, this workshop will provide participants an opportunity to develop an understanding of how to assess one’s own teaching\, create clear learning objectives\, and present subject matter in a relevant and compelling way. Participants will learn more about current teaching practices related to assessment\, Bloom’s Taxonomy\, metacognition and student motivation. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Lisa Kuehne\, Assistant Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs \nRegistration\n\n 
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/pedagogy-102-applying-what-we-know-about-learning-11-08-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Foundations in Teaching (PDT)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230731T170242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192241Z
UID:16687-1699349400-1699354800@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Pedagogy 102: Applying What We Know About Learning
DESCRIPTION:It is important for every instructor to have a clear knowledge of pedagogical fundamentals in order to create engaging and constructive learning environments that serve students of various backgrounds and disciplines. Continuing on from Pedagogy 101\, this workshop will provide participants an opportunity to develop an understanding of how to assess one’s own teaching\, create clear learning objectives\, and present subject matter in a relevant and compelling way. Participants will learn more about current teaching practices related to assessment\, Bloom’s Taxonomy\, metacognition and student motivation. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Lisa Kuehne\, Assistant Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/pedagogy-102-applying-what-we-know-about-learning-11-07-2023/
LOCATION:TBD
CATEGORIES:- Foundations in Teaching (PDT)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231103T123000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230919T224202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T192241Z
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SUMMARY:Teaching with Discussions
DESCRIPTION:What can AIs do to facilitate discussions that promote student learning and engagement? This interactive workshop is designed to help new graduate-student AIs learn how to effectively lead discussions. Topics include preparing for and structuring each discussion\, fostering full student participation\, and composing and asking questions that generate discussion and deepen learning. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Denise Leonard\, Associate Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/fit-workshop-teaching-with-discussions-11-3-2023/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Foundations in Teaching (PDT)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T163000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230711T211755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T170825Z
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SUMMARY:Addressing Diversity and Inclusion in Job Market Materials
DESCRIPTION:Increasingly candidates for academic positions are asked to prepare materials related to demonstrating their commitment to inclusion and diversity in the classroom. This Job Market series workshop will explore different ways to reflect on\, document\, and communicate a commitment to diversity and inclusion in job market materials. Participants will examine the purpose of a diversity statement\, identify generic expectations and conventions\, and discuss strategies for demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion in diversity statements and other frequently requested job market materials. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Denise Leonard\, Associate Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/addressing-diversity-and-inclusion-in-job-market-materials-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- Job Market (PDT)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231102T155000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230913T170511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165655Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating Uncertain Terrain: A Critical Examination of AI-assisted Tools in Instruction of Writing Intensive Courses
DESCRIPTION:Join the CTL for an interactive 90-minute workshop\, focused on the challenges and opportunities associated with AI-assisted writing tools.  If you are concerned (or curious) about the rise of AI-assisted tools in writing instruction\, this is your opportunity learn more. \nThis workshop will take place in person on the Danforth campus (exact location to be announced). \nFor questions about this Faculty Workshop\, contact Dr. Eric Fournier\, Director of Educational Development. \n  \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/navigating-uncertain-terrain-a-critical-examination-of-ai-assisted-tools-in-instruction-of-writing-intensive-courses_11-2-23/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T130000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20230711T211603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T170825Z
UID:16621-1698838200-1698843600@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Addressing Diversity and Inclusion in Job Market Materials
DESCRIPTION:Increasingly candidates for academic positions are asked to prepare materials related to demonstrating their commitment to inclusion and diversity in the classroom. This Job Market series workshop will explore different ways to reflect on\, document\, and communicate a commitment to diversity and inclusion in job market materials. Participants will examine the purpose of a diversity statement\, identify generic expectations and conventions\, and discuss strategies for demonstrating a commitment to diversity and inclusion in diversity statements and other frequently requested job market materials. \nFor questions about this event\, contact Dr. Denise Leonard\, Associate Director for Graduate Student and Postdoc Programs. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/addressing-diversity-and-inclusion-in-job-market-materials_11-1-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Advanced Workshop (PDT),- Job Market (PDT)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231101T125000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20231004T184326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T165720Z
UID:17126-1698838200-1698843000@ctl.wustl.edu
SUMMARY:Introduction to Alternative Grading Practices
DESCRIPTION:Are you frustrated with your current grading practices? Maybe you’ve heard of things like ungrading\, specifications grading\, or contract grading and you’re curious to learn more? Or perhaps you’ve already experimented with alternative grading and would appreciate a chance to discuss it with your peers? If so\, join us for this faculty workshop where we will briefly review critiques of traditional college grading and then introduce some of the most well-known alternative grading systems. Participants will have the opportunity to brainstorm with their peers and discuss the potential applications of alternative grading in their courses. \nThis workshop will take place in person on the Danforth campus (exact location to be announced). \nLunch is provided. If you have questions about this Faculty Workshop\, please contact Dr. Rick Moore\, Assistant Director for Assessment and Evaluation. \nRegistration
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/introduction-to-alternative-grading-practices_11_1_23/
LOCATION:Danforth Campus
CATEGORIES:- Workshop (50-90 minutes, interactive)
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231024T170000
DTSTAMP:20260424T055011
CREATED:20231023T194211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T153121Z
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SUMMARY:Teambuilding in the Classroom: Approaches to Designing Effective Group Activities
DESCRIPTION:Please join members of the CTL’s Graduate Student Advisory Council (https://ctl.wustl.edu/programs/graduate-student-advisory-council/) for a virtual panel discussion on approaches to designing group activities in the classroom. In this panel\, we will hear from four instructors about how they implement team-based learning approaches to explore complex content. Participants will leave this conversation with some new tools for developing team-based exercises and building rapport with students. \n  \nRegister here: https://wustl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArd-uvqzMjGtzhQcCe8hzM6OFq2NeKRdVe#/registration \n 
URL:https://ctl.wustl.edu/event/teambuilding-in-the-classroom-approaches-to-designing-effective-group-activities/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:- Special Event
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