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UID:10001565-1755763200-1755882000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:New Faculty Orientation
DESCRIPTION:New Faculty Orientation is a two-day event held in mid-August to welcome new faculty to 91¸£Àû\, help them acclimate\, and provide an opportunity to meet a range of academic leaders and fellow faculty. \nAugust 21st & 22nd \nThis event is provided by the 91¸£Àû Office of the Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost. RSVP by August 8th\, 2025: LEARN MORE
URL:/citl/event/new-faculty-orientation-4/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T095000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T124420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T032412Z
UID:10001567-1756112400-1756115400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Tools and platforms for New Faculty
DESCRIPTION:Get oriented to the digital instructional ecosystem of 91¸£Àû and understand how services such as Brightspace MaineStreet\, Navigate\, Accommodate and other intersect and impact teaching. In addition we will introduce you to the common teaching tools: Brightspace\, Zoom\, Kaltura\, TurnitIn\, Google Drive\, iClicker\, ArcGIS online and others. \nAugust 25th | 9:00am – 9:50am \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/tools-and-platforms-for-new-faculty/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,New Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T105000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250707T202302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193752Z
UID:10001566-1756116000-1756119000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:An overview of Brightspace
DESCRIPTION:Designed for faculty new to using 91¸£Àû’s LMS Brightspace\, this orientation will provide you with an overview of the layout\, commonly used tools\, and recommendations to help get you started.   \nIf you are familiar with Brightspace\, but have specific questions about your course\, we recommend setting up a one-on-one consultation with our faculty support specialists using this form or email citl@maine.edu.  \nNote: Please complete your FERPA training before attending this session to be able to access all the features of Brightspace. Visit UMS Academy to complete your FERPA training and access your Brightspace course.  \nAugust 25th | 10:00am – 10:50pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/an-overview-of-brightspace-3/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Brightspace,CITL Workshops,Educational Tech,Faculty Development,New Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T123000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T125128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193740Z
UID:10001568-1756119600-1756125000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:New to teaching Q&A drop-in
DESCRIPTION: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!   \nAugust 25th | 11:00am – 12:30pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/new-to-teaching-qa-drop-in/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T153000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T130721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193731Z
UID:10001569-1756126800-1756135800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching in Active Learning Classrooms
DESCRIPTION: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.   \nThis interactive\, hands-on workshop is designed to give you concrete\, immediately applicable strategies to make the most of your ALC\, without wasting a moment. \nHere’s what you’ll gain: \n\nHands-on Experience: You’ll experience active learning as a student\, so you can immediately see how strategies like gallery walks\, jigsaws\, and think-pair-share will work in your own classroom.\nEffective Group Work: Discover and practice inclusive and equitable strategies for group work and discussions.\nPractical Assessment Tools: Learn to design in-class activities that effectively assess student learning in an active environment.\nTroubleshooting & Best Practices: Navigate the strengths and challenges of different active learning approaches.\n\nNew and experienced ALC faculty are encouraged to join!  \nNOTE: This orientation to teaching in an ALCs will be held in  Ferland Room 337. This is an active learning classroom in Ferland the new Engineering building\, NOT Fernald\, where CITL is located. \nAugust 25th | 1:00pm – 3:30pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/orientation-to-teaching-in-active-learning-classrooms/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T155805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T194828Z
UID:10001571-1756128600-1756134000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching @ 91¸£Àû -A classroom tour and overview
DESCRIPTION: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. \nDue 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.
URL:/citl/event/umaine-a-classroom-tour-and-discussion-of-culture/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250825T160000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250731T191032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T130232Z
UID:10001613-1756134000-1756137600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:PARTNER EVENT: Orientation to Navigate
DESCRIPTION:Navigate Office \nNavigate is 91¸£Àû’s early alert system.  This overview will introduce faculty to Navigate and recommended use of the tool to support student success. \nAugust 25th | 3:00pm – 4:00pm | Ferland Center\, Room 106 (PLEASE NOTE: This is across campus from FERNALD HALL where CITL is located) \nREGISTER HERE \nQuestions? Email um.navigate@maine.edu
URL:/citl/event/partner-event-orientation-to-navigate/
LOCATION:Ferland Engineering Education and Design Center\, Room 337\, 75 Long Rd.\, Orono\, ME\, 04469\, United States
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Educational Tech,Faculty Development,New Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T105000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T154741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193653Z
UID:10001570-1756198800-1756205400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:A syllabus worth reading
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nWe will use evidence-based approaches to collaboratively review and improve your syllabus\, making small meaningful changes. Please bring a draft of your syllabus to this workshop (even if incomplete). \nThis session is open to all faculty and graduate students seeking to make their syllabi more effective and student-centered. \nAugust 26th | 9:00am – 10:50am \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/a-syllabus-worth-reading/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250715T230033Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193704Z
UID:10001578-1756206000-1756209600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Preparing your first day in class
DESCRIPTION: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 to foster a genuine learning community. Leave with practical ways to make a memorable and impactful first day. \nThis session is open to all faculty and graduate students seeking to make their first day a success. \nAugust 26th | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/preparing-your-first-day-in-class/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T153000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T164345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193641Z
UID:10001572-1756213200-1756222200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Understanding how we learn to be a better teacher - for graduate teaching assistants
DESCRIPTION:Explore the science of learning in a workshop tailored for graduate teaching assistants. This workshop will provide fundamental concepts about how people learn\, coupled with practical methods of how to apply these insights effectively in your teaching. Gain the tools and confidence to transform theoretical knowledge into real-world classroom practices. Space is limited! \nAugust 26th | 1:00pm – 3:30pm \nThis event will be in FEEDC 337  – an active learning classroom \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/understanding-how-we-learn-to-be-a-better-teacher/
LOCATION:FEEDC 337
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Grad Development,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T160000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250731T192051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193627Z
UID:10001614-1756213200-1756224000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:PARTNER EVENT: New faculty computer assignment
DESCRIPTION:New Faculty – Computer Assignment and Orientation Session:\nLord Hall Rm 100 \nProviding one-on-one consultations on August 26th between 1:00pm – 4:00pm \nDuring these sessions we will: \n\nEnsure you can successfully login to the device\nAssist with connecting to Eduroam wireless network\nFamiliarize you with UMS Application Catalog and Device Updates\nInstall\, connect\, and print to the Papercut Printing Services for Xerox devices\nWork with you as needed to install other 91¸£Àû licensed software needed\nReview essential UMS Services\, Tools\, and Support resources. (i.e. Campus Portal\, TeamDynamix)\nSchedule your 30 minute time slot here\n\n\nIf you have questions or need additional appointment slots\, please contact us via email: help@maine.edu or 1.800.696.4357.
URL:/citl/event/partner-event-new-faculty-computer-assignment/
LOCATION:100 Lord Hall
CATEGORIES:Educational Tech,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T100000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T165942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T164933Z
UID:10001573-1756285200-1756288800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:(Virtual) Using Gradescope to be more efficient
DESCRIPTION:Are you an educator looking to streamline grading of handwritten exams or homework? Do you want to provide meaningful feedback to your students more efficiently? This workshop is designed to give you an overview of Gradescope\, a powerful tool being piloted at University of Maine that revolutionizes the grading process for educators and students alike.   \nAugust\, 27th | 9:00am – 10:00am \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:/citl/event/using-gradescope-to-improve-efficiencies/
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Educational Tech,Faculty Development,New Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T133000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250718T132059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193558Z
UID:10001589-1756296000-1756301400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Graduate Teaching Academy welcome & orientation
DESCRIPTION: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 ALL graduate students and post-docs\, is a place for learning about effective teaching practices and strategies\, connecting with peers\, and developing your own understandings about the purpose of higher education. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE GTA \n 
URL:/citl/event/graduate-teaching-academy-welcome-orientation/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Grad Development,Graduate Teaching Academy,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T174222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250815T165003Z
UID:10001577-1756378800-1756382400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:(Virtual) Brightspace Gradebook features
DESCRIPTION:The gradebook in Brightspace is often the last thought when building your course but we know that thinking about it early\, and understanding how it works can save time in the long run.  This session will go into greater detail about the gradebook\, address frequently asked questions from faculty\, and provide you with easy to use resources.   \nAugust\, 28th | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/understanding-the-brightspace-gradebook/
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Educational Tech,Faculty Development,New Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T130000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T170910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193527Z
UID:10001574-1756384200-1756386000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Setting up iClicker in your Brightspace course
DESCRIPTION:91¸£Àû has an institutional license for iClicker\, meaning faculty can use these tools in classrooms without any additional fees to students or hardware purchases. \nThis session will focus on how to integrate iClicker with your Brightspace gradebook and walk you through setting up your iClicker account.   \nAugust 28th | 12:30pm – 1:00pm \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:/citl/event/setting-up-iclicker-in-your-brightspace-course/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250828T143000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T171459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193536Z
UID:10001575-1756386000-1756391400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:How to use student response systems like iClicker in your classroom
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an interactive workshop where we will model creative\, effective ways to use student response systems\, from iClicker to paper voting cards\, to engage students in learning\, improve critical thinking\, help build community\, and perhaps most important – revitalize your lecture. Whether you are new to teaching or in search of inspiration – come and explore how you may be able to bring opportunities for meaningful interactions into your lectures.  \nAugust 28th | 1:00pm – 2:30pm \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/using-iclicker-in-the-classroom/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T100000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250731T192949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T205706Z
UID:10001615-1756458000-1756461600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:PARTNER EVENT: Orientation to Accommodate
DESCRIPTION:Introduction to Student Accessibility Services and the Accommodate System\n\nIn this session\, new faculty will receive an overview of Student Accessibility Services\, the office responsible for determining academic accommodations. They will also be given a short training on how to access and utilize Accommodate\, the UMS disability management system. Faculty will learn how to view Faculty Accommodation letters\, view lists of students with accommodations in each course\, and learn how to upload exams to the platform. Faculty are encouraged to bring their own laptop so that they can sign in to the platform during this training period.\n\nDue to low enrollment\, this event has been cancelled.\nQuestions? Email: um.sas@maine.edu
URL:/citl/event/partner-event-orientation-to-accommodate/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Faculty Development,New Faculty,Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250716T130454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193441Z
UID:10001579-1756465200-1756468800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching at 91¸£Àû  - A learning community for new faculty - initial meeting
DESCRIPTION:To kick off this Community of Practice\, we will host lunch for our initial meeting\, learn about the goals and structure of the CoP and discuss what to expect during the first week for classes. \nCoP overview: Together\, explore and learn about 91¸£Àû’s students\, policies\, and develop a strong foundation of teaching skills through the exploration of case studies and actual scenarios from the classroom. In parallel we will work on developing your teaching development plan to help guide your teaching goals at 91¸£Àû. A great way to meet colleagues and learn more about 91¸£Àû\, teaching\, and your own professional development. \nAugust\, 29th | 11:00am – 12:00pm \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/teaching-at-umaine-a-learning-community-for-new-faculty-initial-meeting/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250829T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250708T172616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T205753Z
UID:10001576-1756476000-1756479600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching in the US Classroom - a discussion for international faculty and graduate teaching assistants
DESCRIPTION:An In-person Workshop geared toward our international faculty and graduate teaching assistants \nDue to low registration\, this event has been cancelled. 
URL:/citl/event/teaching-in-the-us-classroom-a-discussion-for-international-faculty-and-graduate-teaching-assistants/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T133000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250718T132527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193409Z
UID:10001591-1756900800-1756906200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Graduate Teaching Academy
DESCRIPTION: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 ALL graduate students and post-docs\, is a place for learning about effective teaching practices and strategies\, connecting with peers\, and developing your own understandings about the purpose of higher education. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE GTA \n 
URL:/citl/event/graduate-teaching-academy-3/2025-09-03/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Grad Development,Graduate Teaching Academy,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001623-1756990800-1756994400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:The Scholarship of Teaching & Learning Writing Cirlce
DESCRIPTION:The SoTL Writing Circle is a new initiative designed to strengthen and expand faculty scholarship programming through a supportive\, semester-long writing community. Open to both new and experienced scholars of teaching and learning\, this program offers a structured space for faculty to develop\, draft\, and refine Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects—whether preparing an IRB for the first time or submitting a well-developed manuscript.  \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T134500
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250817T152300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T155809Z
UID:10001642-1757421000-1757425500@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching Observation Partnership (TOP)
DESCRIPTION:Observe. Reflect. Connect. \nThe Teaching Observation Partnership (TOP) is a semester-long faculty learning community designed to spark new insights into your teaching through peer observation and reflective dialogue. This program is formative\, collaborative\, and fully faculty-driven—and that’s what makes it powerful. \nFall 2025 Cohort | Student Engagement and High Impact Practices \nAlternating Tuesdays from 12:30-1:45pm starting Sept 9th \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/teaching-observation-partnership-top/2025-09-09/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Active Learning Teaching Strategies,CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250910T130000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250817T151700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151700Z
UID:10001637-1757505600-1757509200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Graduate student teaching & learning book discussion
DESCRIPTION:Radical Hope: A Teaching Manifesto by Kevin Gannon\, historian and educational developer.  \nFive Biweekly Meetings starting September 10th \nWednesdays @ 12:00 – 1:00pm \nIn-person (virtual participation can be accommodated if required) \nElevate your teaching skills\, expand your understanding of teaching in higher education and connect with other interested graduate students.  Open to any and all graduate students – no teaching experience is required. The book will be provided to you at no cost.  \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/graduate-student-teaching-learning-book-discussion/2025-09-10/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Grad Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001624-1757595600-1757599200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:The Scholarship of Teaching & Learning Writing Cirlce
DESCRIPTION:The SoTL Writing Circle is a new initiative designed to strengthen and expand faculty scholarship programming through a supportive\, semester-long writing community. Open to both new and experienced scholars of teaching and learning\, this program offers a structured space for faculty to develop\, draft\, and refine Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects—whether preparing an IRB for the first time or submitting a well-developed manuscript.  \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250716T143041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193122Z
UID:10001581-1757674800-1757678400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching @ 91¸£Àû: Foundations for New Faculty
DESCRIPTION:Launch your teaching journey at 91¸£Àû with confidence\, connection\, and community. This welcoming\, semester-long program is designed specifically for recently hired faculty who are new to teaching at 91¸£Àû. Together\, we’ll explore our students\, institutional policies\, and the foundational practices of effective teaching. You’ll engage with real classroom scenarios\, build a personalized teaching development plan\, and gain a strong start in your academic career at 91¸£Àû. \nAlong the way\, you’ll connect with colleagues across campus\, reflect on your own teaching practice\, and discover the resources and support available to help you succeed—not just this semester\, but for years to come. \nAlternate Fridays from 11:00am – 12:00pm starting on September 12th* \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE \n*Optional Welcome Lunch on August 29th from 11:00am – 12:00pm in Fernald Hall\, Room 102
URL:/citl/event/teaching-umaine-foundations-for-new-faculty/2025-09-12/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250912T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250902T123755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T204708Z
UID:10001650-1757682000-1757685600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Facilitating Constructive Dialogue in the Classroom (In-Person Workshop)
DESCRIPTION:Planning and facilitating constructive dialogue in classrooms seems more important than ever\, though it involves both course design elements as well as facilitation techniques. In this overview\, we will review key elements and steps involved in facilitating constructive dialogue in your classes\, as well as explore reasons students might resist engagement.  Faculty interested in practicing and applying these skills are invited to join our semester-long community of practice on the same topic.   \nFriday September 12th from 1:00-2:00pm   \nFernald Hall Room 102 \nRegister Here \nThis program was developed for 91¸£Àû faculty and staff in response to ideas and insights that emerged from the Navigating the Shifting Landscapes of Higher Education discussion series. 
URL:/citl/event/in-person-facilitating-constructive-dialogue-workshop/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,New Faculty,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250915T110000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250726T133822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193107Z
UID:10001600-1757930400-1757934000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching with AI - A Practical Guide To a New Era of Human Learning
DESCRIPTION:This fall CITL will continue the conversations about AI in teaching and learning with a Community of Practice designed either for faculty who are beginning to apply AI in their teaching as well as those looking for structured time to reflect\, experiment\, and deepen their practice. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to take your next step\, this community provides space to build confidence\, share ideas\, and translate emerging insights into meaningful classroom strategies.  \nMeets weekly on Mondays at 10:00am -11:00am starting September 15th.   \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE \nHybrid participation can be accommodated if required\, in person is preferred.
URL:/citl/event/teaching-with-ai-a-practical-guide-to-a-new-era-of-human-learning/2025-09-15/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250902T124231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T124231Z
UID:10001651-1758020400-1758024000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:(Virtual) Gradescope: What is it and how could you use it?
DESCRIPTION:Are you an educator looking to streamline grading of handwritten exams or homework? Do you want to provide meaningful feedback to your students more efficiently? This workshop is designed to give you an overview of Gradescope\, a powerful tool being piloted at University of Maine that can improve the grading process for educators and students alike. \nTuesday\, September 16th @11:00am (Virtual Workshop) \nREGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/virtual-gradescope-what-is-it-and-how-could-you-use-it/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Educational Tech,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T133000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250718T132527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193409Z
UID:10001592-1758110400-1758115800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Graduate Teaching Academy
DESCRIPTION: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 ALL graduate students and post-docs\, is a place for learning about effective teaching practices and strategies\, connecting with peers\, and developing your own understandings about the purpose of higher education. \nLEARN MORE ABOUT THE GTA \n 
URL:/citl/event/graduate-teaching-academy-3/2025-09-17/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Grad Development,Graduate Teaching Academy,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250918T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T140123
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001625-1758200400-1758204000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:The Scholarship of Teaching & Learning Writing Cirlce
DESCRIPTION:The SoTL Writing Circle is a new initiative designed to strengthen and expand faculty scholarship programming through a supportive\, semester-long writing community. Open to both new and experienced scholars of teaching and learning\, this program offers a structured space for faculty to develop\, draft\, and refine Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) projects—whether preparing an IRB for the first time or submitting a well-developed manuscript.  \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
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