Stanford University
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Getting Started with Universal Design for Learning
We know the one-size-fits-all approach to learning design is not optimal. But how do we incorporate flexibility into teaching and learning while still maintaining rigorous learning? In this workshop, participants will learn the three principles that underpin Universal Design for Learning (UDL), a pedagogical framework backed by neuroscience that fosters motivated, resourceful, and strategic learners. […]
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Communicating to Learn: Incorporating Scientific Communication into STEM Courses
Many instructors are eager to help students develop critical skills that extend beyond the classroom or the major. This is sometimes explained as teaching students to “think like a scientist” or “think like an engineer”, but how do we actually accomplish this goal? In this workshop, we will highlight the value of “communicating to learn” […]
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Getting Started with Universal Design for Learning
Explore the basic principles of Universal Design for Learning and apply them to resources or practices you use in your own teaching in this two-part workshop on Thursday, December 7 and 14. Closed for registration.
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Navigating the Academic Hand-off: Graduate Students and Postdocs as Scientific Trainers
Build your mentorship and technical communication skills by documenting your training goals and drafting reference resources in this one-part online workshop designed for advanced graduate students and postdocs who are responsible for training junior colleagues. Cap: 40; at capacity, registration closed July 9.
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Creating Effective and Inclusive Learning Experiences for Neurodiverse Students
At capacity and closed for registration as of Monday, October 14.
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Exploring Teaching Across Institutions: A Photographic Journey
Observe teaching in action at college and university classrooms across a wide variety of institutions and disciplines and reflect on your own teaching practices in this workshop. No cap, registration opens Monday, July 7 and closes the day of the session.
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Examining and Analyzing Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy in Post-Secondary Contexts
Learn about existing uses of culturally sustaining pedagogy (CSP) in higher education and how to use CSP principles to foster a dynamic learning environment. Cap: 25; registration opens on Monday, October 27th at 10am CT and closes once capacity is reached.
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Leveraging Strengths of Neurodiverse Students in the Classroom
Consider how learning environments can interact with neurodiversity to mobilize strengths and explore some instructional strategies to leverage these strengths in this workshop. Cap: 75; closed for registration.