Nuts and Bolts of College Instruction

Jen Anderson leading a session of the Transparent and Relevant strand

What do we need to know and do to not only fulfill our job with our students but also develop confidence in our role?

The Nuts and Bolts workshop strand engages faculty in discussions about the fundamentals of being a college instructor, while making practical applications to our instruction. Throughout these sessions we introduce evidence-based strategies and intertwine equity, cultural responsiveness and growth mindsets as we do hands on activities with our syllabi, outcomes, lesson plans, assignment creation, and student support strategies.

25 PD Hours – 10 seats | $300 stipend

Hybrid, October 1 – November 19
Four in-person sessions on Tuesdays, 10/1, 10/15, 10/29, 11/12 from 2:30–4:30 p.m. in D104H

Register early!

Nuts and Bolts Syllabus

October 1
The Learner-Centered Syllabus & Connecting Outcomes to Performance
Review what should be included in an inclusive syllabus and how to develop your classroom management and course policies. Use syllabus quizzes; student-developed classroom norms and expectations. Discuss Backwards Design and the importance of connecting course outcomes to course content.
Online
Implementation and Reflection
Revise syllabus and practice using Backwards Design for course development. Work with Canvas Peer Review to complete this online work.
October 15
Universal Design for Learning
Share ideas for lesson planning and delivery with a focus on Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and explore Equity/Growth Mindset.
Online
Proven Retention Strategies
Discuss the practices proven to increase retention: 1. learning students’ names; 2. early low-stakes assessment; 3. immediate intervention; 4. meeting students one-on-one; 5. master of paradox
October 29
TILT
Use the Transparency Framework to revise one assignment, making the “why” “what” and “how” behind each assignment clearer for our students.
November 5
TILT
Implementation and Reflection
Develop an assignment using TILT. Use Canvas Peer Review to assess assignment clarity and purpose.
November 12
Partnering with Student Support Services
Learn ways faculty can partner with key student service providers on campus (Counseling, MCS, DRC, Advising) to enhance student learning and support.
Online
The Significance of Reflection
Build student reflection and your own instructor reflection into a regular practice to add depth to learning in the classroom.

 

Last Updated November 13, 2019