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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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-10-09/
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:20251009T150000
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DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
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SUMMARY:Why & how to collect mid-semester feedback of teaching (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Collecting and using mid-semester feedback from students can result in both improved classroom experiences and end of semester SETs.  During this session we will: \n\nDiscuss the benefits of collecting mid-semester feedback\nEvaluate different considerations for what data to collect\nReview strategies for how to collect data\nDraft questions and a timeline\n\nVirtual Workshop | Thursday\, October 9th | 3:00pm – 4:00pm \nDue to low attendance\, this workshop has been cancelled.
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/why-how-to-collect-mid-semester-feedback-of-teaching-virtual/
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:20251010T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250716T143041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193122Z
UID:10001583-1760094000-1760097600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching @ UMaine: Foundations for New Faculty
DESCRIPTION:Launch your teaching journey at UMaine with confidence\, connection\, and community. This welcoming\, semester-long program is designed specifically for recently hired faculty who are new to teaching at UMaine. 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 UMaine. \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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-umaine-foundations-for-new-faculty/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251010T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T032003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T032417Z
UID:10001618-1760101200-1760104800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Facilitating constructive dialogue in the classroom
DESCRIPTION:In an era of increasing polarization and rapid change\, it is essential for faculty to learn to guide students from argument and towards constructive dialogue. This six-part series will support instructors in understanding constructive dialogue\, the importance of proper preparation for it in your courses\, as well as recognizing and responding to conflict.  Through practice\, reflection and discussion participants will expand their facilitation skills to support constructive dialogue.   \nAlternate Fridays @ 1:00-2:00pm starting September 26th. \nNote: The following 30 minutes (2:00-2:30) will be reserved for extended conversations and crowdsourcing challenges\, but not required for the program. \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/facilitating-constructive-dialogue-in-the-classroom/2025-10-10/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Active Learning Teaching Strategies,CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Equity and Inclusion,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251013T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250726T133822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193107Z
UID:10001604-1760349600-1760353200@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-with-ai-a-practical-guide-to-a-new-era-of-human-learning/2025-10-13/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/AI.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250718T132527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193409Z
UID:10001594-1760529600-1760535000@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/graduate-teaching-academy-3/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Grad Development,Graduate Teaching Academy,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/GTA.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001629-1760619600-1760623200@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Writing.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250926T190447Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251112T204555Z
UID:10001655-1760695200-1760698800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:De-escalation in the classroom & strategies for prevention (In-person)
DESCRIPTION:De-escalation in the classroom & strategies for prevention.\nThere are many strategies that faculty can use proactively to prevent escalation in the classroom. However when things escalate – what can faculty do in the moment? \nDuring this session CITL and the Counseling Center will together: review existing supports\, discuss strategies to prevent escalation\, and share in-the-moment techniques. \nCoe Room\, Memorial Union \nFriday\, October 17th | 10:00-11:00am \nREGISTER HERE \nThis program was developed for UMaine faculty and staff in response to ideas and insights that emerged from the Navigating the Shifting Landscapes of Higher Education discussion series.  \nIn partnership with:
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/de-escalation-in-the-classroom/
LOCATION:COE room\, Memorial Union
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,Teaching
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250726T133822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193107Z
UID:10001605-1760954400-1760958000@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-with-ai-a-practical-guide-to-a-new-era-of-human-learning/2025-10-20/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/AI.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T134500
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T152300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T155809Z
UID:10001645-1761049800-1761054300@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-observation-partnership-top/2025-10-21/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T151700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151700Z
UID:10001640-1761134400-1761138000@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/graduate-student-teaching-learning-book-discussion/2025-10-22/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Grad Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/radical-hope-book-cover.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250923T162312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T124359Z
UID:10001654-1761141600-1761145200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Using Writing to Help Students Learn (In-Person)
DESCRIPTION:Using Writing to Help Students Learn\nWe’ve known for half a century that writing is an important mode for learning. However\, how to\nuse writing in classroom settings to help students learn content often gives instructors a moment\nof pause. In this workshop\, we’ll design short\, easily assessable writing-to-learn (WTL) activities\nfor use in your classroom to help students think about the course content and reflect on learning.\nWTL is a great approach for large-enrollment courses\, as well as those that take place early in\nthe curriculum. \nThis workshop will be co-facilitated by by Heather Falconer\, an Associate Professor in English and specialist in Writing Across the Curriculum. \nIn-person Workshop in Fernald Hall\, Room 102 \nWednesday\, October 22nd | 2:00pm – 3:00pm \n(This workshop has been canceled due to low registration)
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/using-writing-to-help-students-learn-in-person/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/WAC-intenstive.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001630-1761224400-1761228000@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-10-23/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Writing.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250716T143041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193122Z
UID:10001584-1761303600-1761307200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching @ UMaine: Foundations for New Faculty
DESCRIPTION:Launch your teaching journey at UMaine with confidence\, connection\, and community. This welcoming\, semester-long program is designed specifically for recently hired faculty who are new to teaching at UMaine. 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 UMaine. \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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-umaine-foundations-for-new-faculty/2025-10-24/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Foundations-NF.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T032003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T032417Z
UID:10001619-1761310800-1761314400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Facilitating constructive dialogue in the classroom
DESCRIPTION:In an era of increasing polarization and rapid change\, it is essential for faculty to learn to guide students from argument and towards constructive dialogue. This six-part series will support instructors in understanding constructive dialogue\, the importance of proper preparation for it in your courses\, as well as recognizing and responding to conflict.  Through practice\, reflection and discussion participants will expand their facilitation skills to support constructive dialogue.   \nAlternate Fridays @ 1:00-2:00pm starting September 26th. \nNote: The following 30 minutes (2:00-2:30) will be reserved for extended conversations and crowdsourcing challenges\, but not required for the program. \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/facilitating-constructive-dialogue-in-the-classroom/2025-10-24/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Active Learning Teaching Strategies,CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Equity and Inclusion,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Dialogue-F25.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251027T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250726T133822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193107Z
UID:10001606-1761559200-1761562800@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-with-ai-a-practical-guide-to-a-new-era-of-human-learning/2025-10-27/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/AI.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20251003T202625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T170052Z
UID:10001656-1761660000-1761663600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Want to save time grading? Learn how Gradescope can help!
DESCRIPTION:During this overview\, we will walk through the tool and discuss how you can save time with grading\, expand your assessment types and improve feedback and learning data. \nGradescope was designed to allow faculty to include more diverse assessments with improved feedback while saving time on grading.  It provides capacity in larger classes where assessments beyond multiple choice can be challenging at scale. However\, for any size class it can improve the efficiency and quality of your grading for both paper (e.g. in class quizzes or exams\, worksheets\, reflections) or online assessments. \nThis is a virtual workshop.  \nFriday\, October 28th | 2:00pm – 3:00pm \nREGISTER HERE \n 
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/want-to-save-time-grading-learn-how-gradescope-can-help/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Educational Tech,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/gradescope.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250718T132527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193409Z
UID:10001595-1761739200-1761744600@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/graduate-teaching-academy-3/2025-10-29/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Grad Development,Graduate Teaching Academy,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/GTA.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001631-1761829200-1761832800@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-10-30/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Writing.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250726T133822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193107Z
UID:10001607-1762164000-1762167600@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-with-ai-a-practical-guide-to-a-new-era-of-human-learning/2025-11-03/
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:20251104T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T134500
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T152300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250828T155809Z
UID:10001646-1762259400-1762263900@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-observation-partnership-top/2025-11-04/
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:20251105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T151700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151700Z
UID:10001641-1762344000-1762347600@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/graduate-student-teaching-learning-book-discussion/2025-11-05/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Grad Development
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/radical-hope-book-cover.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20251028T201713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T162608Z
UID:10001657-1762351200-1762354800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:(Virtual) Essential considerations for group work
DESCRIPTION:Group work in courses requires intentional considerations and facilitation.  In this overview\, we will explore the key considerations in how to structure group projects\, establish norms and accountability\, and make group work equitable. \nWednesday\, November 5th | 2:00pm – 3:00pm | Virtual Workshop \nDue to low registration\, this workshop has been canceled.
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/virtual-essential-considerations-for-group-work/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/10/Group-work.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001632-1762434000-1762437600@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-11-06/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Writing.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250716T143041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193122Z
UID:10001585-1762513200-1762516800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Teaching @ UMaine: Foundations for New Faculty
DESCRIPTION:Launch your teaching journey at UMaine with confidence\, connection\, and community. This welcoming\, semester-long program is designed specifically for recently hired faculty who are new to teaching at UMaine. 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 UMaine. \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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-umaine-foundations-for-new-faculty/2025-11-07/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Foundations-NF.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251107T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T032003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T032417Z
UID:10001620-1762520400-1762524000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Facilitating constructive dialogue in the classroom
DESCRIPTION:In an era of increasing polarization and rapid change\, it is essential for faculty to learn to guide students from argument and towards constructive dialogue. This six-part series will support instructors in understanding constructive dialogue\, the importance of proper preparation for it in your courses\, as well as recognizing and responding to conflict.  Through practice\, reflection and discussion participants will expand their facilitation skills to support constructive dialogue.   \nAlternate Fridays @ 1:00-2:00pm starting September 26th. \nNote: The following 30 minutes (2:00-2:30) will be reserved for extended conversations and crowdsourcing challenges\, but not required for the program. \nLEARN MORE & REGISTER HERE
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/facilitating-constructive-dialogue-in-the-classroom/2025-11-07/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Active Learning Teaching Strategies,CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Equity and Inclusion,Faculty Development,New Faculty,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Dialogue-F25.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251110T110000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250726T133822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193107Z
UID:10001608-1762768800-1762772400@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/teaching-with-ai-a-practical-guide-to-a-new-era-of-human-learning/2025-11-10/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/AI.png
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250718T132527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T193409Z
UID:10001596-1762948800-1762954200@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/graduate-teaching-academy-3/2025-11-12/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:Communities of Practice,Grad Development,Graduate Teaching Academy,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/GTA.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20251029T144523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T144726Z
UID:10001658-1763031600-1763035200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:(Virtual) Want to save time grading? Feeling challenged by AI and assessments? Learn how Gradescope can help.
DESCRIPTION:Gradescope was designed to allow faculty to include more diverse assessments with improved feedback while saving time on grading.  It provides capacity in larger classes where assessments beyond multiple choice can be challenging at scale. However\, for any size class it can improve the efficiency and quality of your grading for both paper (e.g. in class quizzes or exams\, worksheets\, reflections) or online assessments. During this overview\, we will walk through the tool and discuss how you can save time with grading\, expand your assessment types and improve feedback and learning data. \nThursday\, November 13th | 11:00am – 12:00pm | Virtual Workshop \nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/virtual-want-to-save-time-grading-feeling-challenged-by-ai-and-assessments-learn-how-gradescope-can-help/
LOCATION:ME
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Educational Tech,Faculty Development,Grad Development,New Faculty
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T105210
CREATED:20250817T151253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250817T151253Z
UID:10001633-1763038800-1763042400@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:https://umaine.edu/citl/event/the-scholarship-of-teaching-learning-writing-cirlce/2025-11-13/
LOCATION:102 Fernald Hall\, 102 Fernald Hall\, Orono\, 04469
CATEGORIES:CITL Workshops,Communities of Practice,Faculty Development,Teaching
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://umaine.edu/citl/wp-content/uploads/sites/266/2025/07/Writing.png
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