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July 12, 2024

Graduate Teaching Orientation (GTO) will be held during the week of August 12. This comprehensive orientation is designed to equip new graduate teachers with the essential skills and confidence needed for a successful teaching journey.

Throughout the week, participants can engage in:

an asynchronous Carmen course that covers fundamental concepts of teaching and learning interactive Zoom workshop sessions covering a variety of topics such as inclusive teaching, discussion facilitation, presentation skills and more an in-person workshop on active learning and a resource fair on Thursday, August 15

By the end of orientation, participants should feel...

July 12, 2024

Research and inquiry are at the core of what we want to teach students. Did you ever wonder how you might better motivate and engage more of your students in that important work? Do you want to learn how to take advantage of the rich, diverse experiences and knowledge students bring to their learning? Would you like to learn more about how you can increase transparency and more clearly communicate your expectations for research or inquiry-based assignments?

Consider enrolling in the Meaningful Inquiry endorsement workshop, sponsored by the University Libraries, Writing Across the Curriculum, and...

July 12, 2024

As we gear up for the autumn semester, the Drake Institute is pleased to offer a selection of pre-semester workshops designed to be available “just in time.” Whether you are preparing to teach a course for the first time, or revisiting an existing course, consider registering for one or more of our pre-semester workshops as an opportunity to explore effective evidence-based teaching and learning strategies, connect with colleagues, gain new insights, and prepare for a successful semester! Click each link below for more information and how to register.

Pre-semester workshops:

8/6/24 & 8/7/24:...

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Academic Program Specialist and Associated Faculty Member
Philosophy

Amy Shuster is a tireless and passionate advocate for college teaching and for the idea that "Philosophy is for everyone!" They currently support a range of teaching activities in the Department of Philosophy from training GTAs to curriculum development and assessment. They envisioned, designed, facilitate, and assess an ongoing three-year training program for...Learn more