CRTLE NEWSLETTER

NEWS 128, March 25, 2026

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Join CRTLE and OIT in the Technology Test Kitchen!

Step into an interactive space where faculty can explore digital tools and learn practical strategies for integrating technology into their teaching. 

Technology test kitchen sessions will be held at Trinity Hall, located in Trinity Hall, OIT TechKnowledgy Bar, first floor lobby, with breakout sessions in Rooms 112 and 105 from 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM. Each session is 30 minutes long, with additional time available for practice and exploration as needed.

In this Test Kitchen, faculty design durable templates they can reuse throughout their courses—streamlining weekly modules, announcements, assignments, and more. Through guided iteration and peer feedback, participants experiment with multiple versions to identify what works best. Join us in being creative with teaching as an Adobe Creative Campus!

Faculty will:
• Build a customizable template for recurring instructional materials.
• Explore adding accessibility features and multimodal elements.
• Test several prototype versions with peer input.

Register for upcoming Technology Test Kitchens!

April 2:

OER Potluck

April 23:

AI for Teaching

May 7:

Signature Dish Showcase

Wednesday, April 1

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Microsoft Teams

Meeting ID: 227 624 158 210 01

Passcode: tj7W7tL7

Sponsored by the UT Arlington Center for Service Learning

Friday, April 10

8:00 am - 11:00 am

Trinity Hall, First Floor

Witness the impact of students’ hands-on, community-engaged learning through service projects completed in UTA courses.

Students from across disciplines will present their work at the annual Student Service Learning Showcase to faculty, staff, administrators, nonprofit partners, and alumni.

Breakfast will be provided. All are welcome to attend.

Monday, April 13

12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Trinity Hall, Room 104 or Microsoft Teams

Words That Work: A Wise Feedback Approach for Faculty (SEP Mini-Workshop)

Students often receive feedback but never read it; and when they do, it doesn't always land the way instructors intend. This session introduces faculty to Wise Feedback, one of the Student Experience Project's Three to Thrive pillars, a research-backed approach to commenting on student work that communicates high standards, genuine belief in student potential, and a clear intent to support growth. By the end of this session, faculty will be able to write and personalize Wise Feedback Framing Statements in their courses, identify the channels and moments to deliver wise feedback most effectively, and understand how to encourage students to engage with, and act on, the feedback they receive.

Thursday, April 16

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Trinity Hall, Room 205 or via Microsoft Teams

The Faculty Playbook 2.0 returns with a new round of fast‑paced faculty lightning talks from members of the University of Texas System Academy of Distinguished Teachers focused on what’s actually working in the classroom.

In this session, faculty will share short, concrete examples of teaching strategies, course design ideas, and learning activities they’ve tested in real courses. Think of this as a grab‑and‑go playbook—designed to spark ideas you can adapt right away, no matter your discipline or teaching modality.

Expect:

➡️ Brief, focused lightning talks from faculty peers

➡️ Practical takeaways you can use immediately

➡️ A mix of approaches—from small tweaks to bigger redesigns

➡️ Inspiration without the pressure of a full workshop

Whether you joined us for the original Faculty Playbook or are jumping in for the first time, The Playbook 2.0 offers a lively, collegial space to learn from one another and leave with new ideas in hand. 

ICYMI! View the video from the previous Faculty Playbook for Teaching session HERE.

How can we integrate AI into our courses in ways that support learning, uphold academic integrity, and prepare students for what comes next?

The CRTLE AI Course Redesign Hub at UT Arlington brings together:
Beginner‑friendly guidance for faculty exploring AI in teaching
Classroom‑tested examples from the AI Course Redesign Institutes
Curated resources grounded in pedagogy, transparency, and ethical use
A focus on AI as a learning partner and not a replacement for human judgment

Whether you’re just getting started or refining an AI‑informed assignment, this hub is designed to be practical, low‑pressure, and faculty‑centered.

This is a four-part series:

⭐Pre-work and materials to read to build your foundation and create a plan.

⭐Attend the institute on May 14 (in-person or virtual).

⭐Do the two-week design sprint to redesign your syllabus(es).

⭐Attend the post-institute webinar to share updates and goals!

Explore the AI Course Redesign Institute preview and register now!

Click on the pages below to visit the websites!

Stay tuned for more content about online teaching!

Need resources on AI in Teaching and Learning?

Learn how you can master DesignPlus!

Make sure all of your courses are accessible! 

View our three-part series on Supporting Faculty with Accessibility.

A Resource from Student Affairs

Explore resources and support for student parents at UTA, including childcare options, wellness services, and tools to help balance school and family life.

Thursday, March 26

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Hosted by VIP Kimberly Nevala

How can CRTLE support you?

The CRTLE team is here to support and inspire your teaching—from exploring new strategies and redesigning courses to integrating AI and digital tools. Share your questions, ideas, or requests using the form below, and a member of our team will follow up to connect you with the support you need. We look forward to working with you!

Did you miss a CRTLE Session? 

Don't worry! We have recaps of all CRTLE Sessions on our blog!

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OFFICE OF THE PROVOST - CENTER FOR RESEARCH ON TEACHING AND LEARNING EXCELLENCE
PEGGY SEMINGSON, PH.D., ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR AND INTERIM DIRECTOR
SUSAN DEQUEANT, M.ED., ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR, CENTER FOR SERVICE LEARNING
BETH FLEENER, PH.D., SENIOR TEACHING INNOVATION RESEARCH ASSOCIATE
NAKESHA BROWN, M.ED., COORDINATOR II, SPECIAL PROGRAMS