• Alternative Grading Mini-CoP: Meeting #1

    Alternative Grading Mini-CoP
    Hybrid Event

    Explore the landscape of alternative grading approaches at the 2025 Grading Conference bookended by meetings with colleagues to discuss the conference and findings.  In-person Meeting Dates: June 9th and June 16th from 1:00-3:00pm Optional in-person streaming of Keynote speakers: June 11-13th 2025 from 12:00pm-2:00pm

  • Grading Conference Keynote (in-person viewing optional)

    Alternative Grading Mini-CoP
    Hybrid Event

    Explore the landscape of alternative grading approaches at the 2025 Grading Conference bookended by meetings with colleagues to discuss the conference and findings.  In-person Meeting Dates: June 9th and June 16th from 1:00-3:00pm Optional in-person streaming of Keynote speakers: June 11-13th 2025 from 12:00pm-2:00pm

  • Grading Conference Keynote (in-person viewing optional)

    Alternative Grading Mini-CoP
    Hybrid Event

    Explore the landscape of alternative grading approaches at the 2025 Grading Conference bookended by meetings with colleagues to discuss the conference and findings.  In-person Meeting Dates: June 9th and June 16th from 1:00-3:00pm Optional in-person streaming of Keynote speakers: June 11-13th 2025 from 12:00pm-2:00pm

  • Grading Conference Keynote (in-person viewing optional)

    Alternative Grading Mini-CoP
    Hybrid Event

    Explore the landscape of alternative grading approaches at the 2025 Grading Conference bookended by meetings with colleagues to discuss the conference and findings.  In-person Meeting Dates: June 9th and June 16th from 1:00-3:00pm Optional in-person streaming of Keynote speakers: June 11-13th 2025 from 12:00pm-2:00pm

  • New to teaching Q&A drop-in

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    Questions about how best to organize your syllabus? Want to know about using video in your Brightspace course?  Eager to learn more about teaching at 91¸£Àû? Our team has designated time to welcome those new to teaching at 91¸£Àû and meet one-on-one to discuss anything teaching related!   August 25th | 11:00am - 12:30pm REGISTER HERE

  • Teaching in Active Learning Classrooms

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    Active Learning Classrooms (ALCs) are wonderful spaces to teach in, but it is important that you feel prepared to use the space and resources effectively.   This interactive, hands-on workshop is designed to give you concrete, immediately applicable strategies to make the most of your ALC, without wasting a moment. Here's what you'll gain: Hands-on Experience: […]

  • Teaching @ 91¸£Àû -A classroom tour and overview

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    Explore the range of classroom spaces available at 91¸£Àû - both traditional and innovative - while we tour different buildings, classrooms and resources and simultaneously learn about the campus. Due to low registration, this workshop has been cancelled. If you would like to tour your classroom(s), please contact MEDIA SERVICES to schedule a guided in-person orientation.

  • A syllabus worth reading

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    A well-crafted syllabus can be a powerful tool that sets the stage for student success, classroom norms, performance expectations and student engagement. Research suggests that the tone and content of a course syllabus can directly affect students’ perception of instruction, the choice to pursue a subsequent major, and student-faculty interactions.  We will use evidence-based approaches […]

  • Preparing your first day in class

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    The first day of class – even the first few minutes – sets the tone for the entire term. Discover effective strategies to establish a positive classroom climate, clear expectations, and a sense of community right from the start. This interactive session will delve into do’s and don’ts for your first day, alongside alternative approaches […]

  • Graduate Teaching Academy welcome & orientation

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    The Graduate Teaching Academy (GTA) is a semester-long learning community for those interested in preparing for careers that involve teaching, inside and outside of academia. The GTA, which is open to […]