You are invited to participate in a series of informal teaching talks throughout 2018. These are opportunities for participants to comfortably share teaching concerns and discuss techniques and strategies with colleagues, experts, and CETL staff. All sessions will take place in Rowe 319 except via WebEx dates. All UConn instructors —graduate students, TAs, and APIRs, as well as adjunct, tenure-track and tenured faculty—are encouraged to attend.
Contact Suzanne LaFleur if you have questions or would like more information.
Wednesday July 11 2:30 – 3:45 Effective Questioning Techniques
In this session, participants will discuss topics like:
What kinds of questions should we ask?
How can we best formulate our questions?
How can we promote student learning through answering questions?
How can we use questions to assess learning?
How can instructors more effectively respond to questions?
Register at - https://web9.uits.uconn.edu/fins/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=533
Thursday July 12 1:30 – 2:45 Introversion in the Classroom: Ways to Promote Success for Both Introverted Students AND Introverted Instructors
We will discuss topics such as:
- Situations and learning environments where introverts thrive
- Inclusive teaching strategies
- Communication strategies
- Distinguishing between introversion and lack of confidence
- Developing a positive view of your temperament & personality
Register at - https://web9.uits.uconn.edu/fins/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=534
Tuesday July 24 3:00 – 4:15 Making Learning Easier
At this session, participants will discuss topics like
- Motivating students to read and prepare for class
- Teaching students to think and write in your particular discipline
- Using visuals and technology effectively
- Accommodating different learning preferences
- Using class time to emphasize learning/study skills
Register at - https://web9.uits.uconn.edu/fins/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=535
Wednesday July 25 1:00 – 2:15 The Actor's Tools & How They Can Enhance Your Teaching
What can actors teach us about our “role” as teacher? We will discuss actor's tools such as using your voice to maximum effect, body language, animation and enthusiasm, remaining fully attentive to what is happening with your "audience," "playing to your audience," and other acting techniques which can make your presentations more effective and engaging.
Register at - https://web9.uits.uconn.edu/fins/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=536
Thursday July 26 2:00 – 3:15 Creating a Positive Classroom Environment
We will discuss topics such as:
- Maintaining a positive attitude & showing enthusiasm
- Making students feel welcome and showing you care
- Inclusive teaching and learning strategies
- Encouraging student participation and active learning
- Giving choices and engaging student passion
- Using humor
Register at - https://web9.uits.uconn.edu/fins/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=537
Monday July 30 11:30 – 12:45 Strategies for Increasing Student Motivation
At this session, participants will discuss topics like
For more information, contact: Suzanne LaFleur at suzanne.lafleur@uconn.edu