In recent years, alternative grading methods have gained attention for promoting authentic, growth-focused learning. These approaches better reflect student progress and are often more appreciated by students, reducing point-chasing and […]
This popular CoP is back for another iteration. During this fun and interactive faculty-led program, faculty members present their methods for student engagement for feedback and inquiry-driven discussion. Whether a […]
Our students bring with them a diverse number of perspectives and experiences. To truly embrace and value this diversity, we will delve into student identities and case studies throughout the semester using a persona-driven approach. By viewing course design through the lens of these varied identities, participants will uncover actionable strategies to create more inclusive, equitable, […]
Building off of our joint book discussion on the experiences of international students in the US, the Office of International Programs and CITL will co-host a book discussion on the experiences of refugees and refugee students in the US with the reading and discussion of American Refuge: True stories of the Refugee Experience* by Dr. Diya […]
Are you new to teaching in an active learning classroom (ALC)? Or perhaps you need some new ideas and inspiration? Throughout the semester, participants will observe instructors teaching in ALCs classroom and meet monthly to discuss designing for ALCs, common challenges and solutions along with essential considerations. Additionally, the program has an orientation prior to […]
Re-design your course to include meaningful AI Artificial Intelligence, in particular large language models like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini bring simultaneous opportunities and challenges to our teaching. CITL’s Course Design Institute (CDI) focuses on designing or re-defining course learning outcomes, assessments of learning, and our planned learning activities with the support of CITL staff and instructional […]
If you are a new teaching assistant at UMaine, you may feel both excited and nervous about your role as a TA. Eager to learn more about experiences as a teaching assistant and meet others on campus in the same role? Join the TASC. At each meeting we will explore real classroom experiences TAs might […]
Building off of our joint book discussion on the experiences of international students in the US, the Office of International Programs and CITL will co-host a book discussion on the experiences of refugees and refugee students in the US with the reading and discussion of American Refuge: True stories of the Refugee Experience* by Dr. Diya […]
In recent years, alternative grading methods have gained attention for promoting authentic, growth-focused learning. These approaches better reflect student progress and are often more appreciated by students, reducing point-chasing and competition. Approaches to new grading approaches are all defined differently, but all focus on student learning. Alternate Mondays from 12:00-1:00pm starting on Jan 27th
This popular CoP is back for another iteration. During this fun and interactive faculty-led program, faculty members present their methods for student engagement for feedback and inquiry-driven discussion. Whether a tour of your Brightspace course or a fully interactive case study – participants opt-in to take on the role of instructor and students and partner […]
Re-design your course to include meaningful AI Artificial Intelligence, in particular large language models like ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini bring simultaneous opportunities and challenges to our teaching. CITL’s Course Design Institute (CDI) focuses on designing or re-defining course learning outcomes, assessments of learning, and our planned learning activities with the support of CITL staff and instructional […]
If you are a new teaching assistant at UMaine, you may feel both excited and nervous about your role as a TA. Eager to learn more about experiences as a […]
In recent years, alternative grading methods have gained attention for promoting authentic, growth-focused learning. These approaches better reflect student progress and are often more appreciated by students, reducing point-chasing and competition. Approaches to new grading approaches are all defined differently, but all focus on student learning. Alternate Mondays from 12:00-1:00pm starting on Jan 27th
This popular CoP is back for another iteration. During this fun and interactive faculty-led program, faculty members present their methods for student engagement for feedback and inquiry-driven discussion. Whether a […]
Our students bring with them a diverse number of perspectives and experiences. To truly embrace and value this diversity, we will delve into student identities and case studies throughout the semester using a persona-driven approach. By viewing course design through the lens of these varied identities, participants will uncover actionable strategies to create more inclusive, equitable, […]
