Internationally recognized, the Instructional Skills Workshop (ISW) is an intensive 24-hour (4 day) program that introduces participants to a learner-focused, evidence based framework for teaching, which they implement and reflect upon through a peer based feedback cycle process. The ISW draws new and seasoned instructors from across the disciplines including …
In 2014, the inaugural year of the University of Calgary’s Teaching Awards program, 18 educators were recognized for their contributions to teaching excellence at the U of C. The 2014 award winners became known as the Teaching Academy, a group of “on-the-ground” professionals who were interested in supporting the development …
The Course Design Program is a facilitated 3-week blended program that uses evidence-informed practices to provide participants a supportive and meaningful environment …
Following recommendations of the NSSE Strategy Task Force, the EDU is supporting faculties in analyzing, discussing and moving forward with data from …
Micro-credentialing is an initiative that allows participants to track, document, and display non-credit professional learning achievements. Digital badges embed information about when, …
Open Classroom Week is an initiative of the Taylor Institute Teaching Academy, supported by the Educational Development Unit. The event gives instructors …