Graduate Assistant Teaching Professional Development Program

IMPACT

 

Welcome to IMPACT Workshop

IMPACT stands for Innovation, Mentorship, Planning, Assessment, Collaboration, and Technology in Teaching and Learning. Our workshop is designed to support graduate students' professional development through critical reflection and the application of best practices in teaching and learning.

Workshop Overview

In the IMPACT workshop, you will acquire essential skills vital for success as a future educator, including:

  1. Course Design: Explore fundamental principles of course design with an emphasis on both online and traditional methods. Engage in discussions and practical exercises to create learning experiences that cater to diverse student needs.
  2. Syllabus Development: Learn to create a comprehensive course outline that defines objectives, assessment methods, and policies, setting clear expectations to enhance student engagement.
  3. Educational Assessment in the Age of AI: Discover different types of assessments and evaluation criteria. Develop skills to grade assignments effectively and provide meaningful feedback.
  4. Inclusive Teaching: Focus on strategies to accommodate diverse backgrounds and abilities. Learn about Universal Design for Learning (UDL), cultural competency, and equitable assessment practices to foster an inclusive classroom environment.
  5. Lesson Planning: Gain insights into effective teaching frameworks and build facilitation skills through application and interactive tasks designed to support undergraduate students' learning needs.
  6. Class Management and Student Engagement Strategies: Learn techniques to facilitate positive interactions and classroom dynamics that promote effective learning.
  7. AI-Powered Technology in Teaching and Learning: Explore the opportunities and challenges presented by AI technology in higher education and how to integrate it into your teaching practice.

Join IMPACT!

By participating in this workshop, you will gain the tools and strategies needed to design effective syllabi and assessments that align with your course objectives. You will also learn to plan and deliver engaging lessons that meet your students' diverse needs while creating a positive learning environment.

This workshop is part of the GATPD IMPACT Teaching and Learning series, providing training and support for graduate students entering Teaching Assistantships. We encourage you to complete all four workshops in the IMPACT Teaching and Learning Program, as they offer fundamental teaching skills for new and current Teaching Assistants and course instructors.

For more information contact Diana Letts , the Teaching Centre, or visit myexperience.uleth.ca to register for the next IMPACT workshop series. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow as an educator and make a lasting impact in your classroom!