In April, the Department of English and the Drake Institute co-sponsored a two-hour, hybrid mini-conference for Associated Faculty. The event provided a valuable opportunity for 18 Associated Faculty participants from the Department of English to build camaraderie, engage in collaborative learning, and take part in teaching-focused professional development.
The teaching and learning mission of the university is specified as a core goal of the institution, and the university seeks to be as highly regarded for world-class teaching and learning as it is for research. In order to pursue that goal, the Michael V. Drake Institute for Teaching and Learning was conceived, vetted and approved by the university governance system with a unanimous vote from University Senate in April 2016.
The overall purpose of the institute is to integrate and enhance teaching and learning efforts at Ohio State, and to elevate such work to the institutional level. The institute both coordinates and leads current and new activities focused on improving the learning experience for our students and positions the university for national leadership in teaching and learning within a research university setting.
Navigating Conflict: A Toolkit for Instructors
Explore Ohio State's Navigating Conflict Toolkit for Instructors. Conflict is a normal and expected aspect of teaching and learning. When navigated carefully and effectively, it can lead to significant learning and growth. This toolkit provides related resources for Ohio State instructors, providing essential information on university policies and resources to build inclusive learning environments that support freedom of expression and respectful dialogue.
Explore On-Demand Workshops and Live Events
Each term, the Drake Institute for Teaching and Learning collaborates with university partners to offer both in-person and virtual professional learning opportunities on evidence-based teaching. Interested in asynchronous opportunities? A selection of workshops are now available on-demand for all who teach at Ohio State. Visit our Workshops and Events page to find an on-demand, synchronous online, or in-person learning opportunity that is right for you!
