Training and Professional Development

  • CETL's Teaching Talk- July Schedule

    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

    • Intrinsic and extrinsic motivation

    • The role of student choice

    • Engaging student passion

    • The importance of the teacher/student relationship

    • Challenge and reward

    • The reluctant learner

    • Service learning and other experiential techniques

      Register at - https://web9.uits.uconn.edu/fins/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=538

       

       

      Tuesday           July 31                        2:00 – 3:15      Location: ROWE 132  
      Improvisation Techniques and How They Can Liven Up Your Classroom and/or Work Experience

      This is an interactive workshop where we will "do" more than "speak," but there will be a discussion of how doing improv exercises can help students to be more willing to speak in class, as well as other practical applications.

      Register at - https://web9.uits.uconn.edu/fins/secure_inst/workshops/workshop_view.php?ser=532

       

       

    For more information, contact: Suzanne LaFleur at suzanne.lafleur@uconn.edu