Develop foundational knowledge of evidence-based pedagogical practices, explore how excellence and diversity are intertwined, and try new teaching approaches in a supportive environment. Tuesdays, 1:20pm – 3:15pm, starting September 12. ΔΔ
2 deltas
We use Δ’s (deltas) as units assigned to courses. Participants can earn Δ’s by taking Delta courses, or those that have prior approval. These courses are worth 2 Δ’s.
Equity in STEM for All Genders
Analyze gender bias and collaboratively develop approaches to counter gender bias in STEM in this 9-week online course. ΔΔ
Online Teaching Practicum
The Online Teaching Practicum is a unique opportunity to learn how to effectively support synchronous online learning, with the option to propose and facilitate a future online workshop. ΔΔ
Leveraging Tech to Teach
Teach better and more efficiently by harnessing learning technologies in your practice. We’ll explore how to effectively use tools such as videos, interactive media, screencasting, games and simulations, online discussions, and of course, Canvas. Thursdays, 1:00pm–4:00pm, starting September 9. ΔΔ
Effective Teaching in an Internationally Diverse Classroom
Using the lens of international experience, this discussion-based course models ‘flipped classroom’ and ‘blended learning’ approaches and advances your skills in leveraging the diversity of your students for the learning of all. Tuesdays, 10:00am–12:00pm, starting September 12. ΔΔ
Summer Institute on Scientific Teaching
In this five-day, online institute, participants will design an evidence-based, inclusive teaching activity. Each day will be split between independent work, large group activities and lessons, and small group work. ΔΔ
Informal Science Education for Scientists and Engineers
Learn how to communicate scientific concepts with a variety of audiences in informal settings. This course merges experiential learning with critical reflection on public communication concepts, processes, and issues. ΔΔ
Diversity in the College Classroom
Explore the theory behind how diversity affects learning and develop practical classroom strategies in this 9-week course designed for STEM/SBE grad students and postdocs. ΔΔ