All programming aligns with CIRTL’s 4 broad and interrelated learning goals. Here, you can see programming that aligns with CIRTL’s first learning goal: Develop evidence-based teaching knowledge.
In this interactive workshop, participants will explore practical tips from the research literature, their own teaching experience, and other instructors. Cap: 50; registration opens on Monday, February 9th at 10am CT and closes once capacity is reached.
In this workshop, participants will reflect on what care looks like in their classrooms, what gets in the way of practicing it, and how their disciplines shape (or neglect) its meaning. Cap: 25, registration opens Monday, January 5th at 10am CT and closes once capacity is reached.
Learn a few common ungrading practices and explore how they can be adapted for use for graduate instructors and TAs, who often face greater institutional constraints when designing assessment plans in this one-part workshop. Cap: 30; registration opens Monday, February 16th at 10am CT and closes once capacity is reached.
Explore the overlap between instructor-led demonstrations and student-led experiential learning, while considering instructional choices that help shape the execution of in-class demonstrations in this one-part workshop. Cap: 50; registration opens Monday, February 2nd at 10am CT and closes once capacity is reached.
Understand the climate for trans students in STEM disciplines, and learn specific ways to make your class environment more trans inclusive This 4-part, self-paced online short course gives a snapshot of the cultural context for trans students and colleagues in STEM disciplines, introduces a framework for trans inclusivity, and invites participants to explore specific ways to apply that framework to your…
Work with an experienced instructor in your discipline to enhance your understanding and experience of teaching a university course in this 5-month mentorship program. Apply now.
Learn more about and apply scalable, innovative assessment strategies tailored for large undergraduate courses where instructors face time and workload challenges. No cap, register now.
Active learning is a commonly-used phrase that many have different conceptions of or attribute different characteristics to. In this 4-part, self-paced online short course, learn the basic components along with the benefits and limitations of active learning. Participants will use this knowledge to determine when active learning would be a benefit to the learning process and how they can apply…
Given the rapid pace and large volume of technical content in STEM courses, instructors often see students fall behind the cadence of content in the course for a variety of reasons in a variety of ways. Once a student falls behind, this can impede learning significantly. This 5-part, self-paced online short course introduces how can instructors create policies and support…
Post-graduate STEM education presents unique opportunities and challenges in shaping professionals who can address complex scientific, technological, and societal issues. This 4-part, self-paced online short course is designed to equip educators with innovative teaching strategies and pedagogies that inspire transformative learning, deepen engagement, and foster meaningful connections between theoretical knowledge and professional practice. By the end of this short course,…