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Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning

  • Learn about Brightspace

    Enroll in our self-paced course on Brightspace to orient you to the basic features and layout of our learning management system (LMS), or explore our many online resources. Then schedule […]

  • Essentials of course design

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    In Person Training In this interactive workshop you will review the basic tenets of backwards design, your course goals, and outcomes; evaluate strategies to assess student learning and define the […]

  • A syllabus worth reading

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    In Person Training 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 […]

  • Practical strategies to improve student engagement (Virtual)

    ZOOM

    Virtual Training In today’s evolving educational landscape engaging students effectively can be challenging. It is more critical than ever to provide meaningful opportunities for students to engage with their learning, […]

  • Mastering your first day in the classroom

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    In-Person Training 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, […]

  • Individualized teaching consultations for those new to teaching at UMaine!

    New to teaching - schedule an individualized teaching consultation!  Questions about how best to organize your syllabus? Curious about prioritizing content?  Eager to learn more about teaching at UMaine? Our instructional design team has designated time to welcome those new to teaching at UMaine and meet one-on-one to discuss anything teaching related!  Share your questions […]

  • Individualized teaching consultations for those new to teaching at UMaine!

    New to teaching - schedule an individualized teaching consultation!  Questions about how best to organize your syllabus? Curious about prioritizing content?  Eager to learn more about teaching at UMaine? Our instructional design team has designated time to welcome those new to teaching at UMaine and meet one-on-one to discuss anything teaching related!  Share your questions […]

  • Course Accessibility

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    In-Person Training Did you know that close to 19% of students in a given class will have some kind of disability? Adopting the tenants of Universal Design can help support  diverse learners. In this workshop we will review core design and teaching practices that align with Universal Design, recommend manageable approaches to course accessibility and […]

  • Create interactive lectures to improve student engagement

    102 Fernald Hall 102 Fernald Hall, Orono

    In-Person Training A joint workshop with the Maine Center for Research in STEM Education (RiSE). .          Facilitators:  MacKenzie Stetzer, Associate Professor in Physics and RiSE Center Faculty Karen Pelletreau, Center for Innovation in Teaching and Learning Join us for an interactive workshop where we will model creative, effective ways to use […]

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