In-person Research supports that taking efforts to create a sense of community in your classroom can lead to better student engagement, learning and retention. During this workshop we will discuss […]
In-person event Ferland Hall Room 337 (the new Engineering Building) 8:00-10:00am This workshop is designed for new teaching assistants in mind, to explore some fundamental concepts about how people learn and how to leverage this information for a more dynamic and effective teaching space.
Specific strategies around using iClicker's can lead to effective peer instruction, normalized risk-taking, and creating a greater sense of community. This workshop will provide an overview of how to use iClickers to achieve these goals in your classrooms, discussing strategies for think-pair-shares, gamification, and ice-breakers.
The first day of class - even the first few minutes - are critical in setting the tone, expectations and climate in a class. Join in a lively discussion of things not to do during this important time to connect with students and create a list of alternative strategies.