Onsite

This course offers an introduction to quantitative chemistry education research and the theories that underpin it as we move beyond ‘p value’ to explore the quality of the study design and thus the evidence put forward for a particular claim. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm, starting January 27. ∆∆

This course combines hands-on experiential learning with multimedia resources to give an overview of recent educational theories and their intersection with promoting inclusivity and justice in the classroom. Mondays, 3:30pm – 5:30pm, starting January 31. ΔΔ

Research has shown that, when students write more in a course, they learn course content more effectively and engage more deeply with the material. Learn how to use writing to promote students’ active learning, while maximizing your own time, in any disciplinary or course context. Mondays, 1:00pm – 2:00pm, starting January 31. ΔΔ

Based on a nationally-recognized curriculum, this course gives you space to explore strategies to become a more effective, culturally responsive mentor and discuss mentoring challenges as they arise. Multiple sections available. Δ

Your time as a TA is a superb opportunity to prepare yourself for the teaching you will do as a future faculty member or in other careers. This interdisciplinary learning community of TAs will help you develop as an effective, inclusive teacher, while working together to learn from and navigate teaching challenges as they emerge throughout the semester. Wednesdays, 9:00am – 10:00am, starting February 2. Δ

Use the principles of improv theater to improve your communication in multiple contexts and audiences, including talking with colleagues, presenting your research, and teaching in the classroom. Tuesdays, 1:00pm – 3:00pm starting January 25. Δ