Join this self-paced training to learn what the Transparency in Learning and Teaching (TILT) research demonstrates on how transparent assignment design benefits students and instructors. This training covers how to use the TILT Framework in assignment design or revision along with guidance on the use of generative AI in assignment prompt transparency. 

Read this piece about Ágúst Magnússon, Senior Teaching Faculty in Philosophy, and his innovative use of podcasts to help students engage with course content on their own schedules for some innovative teaching ideas for the fall semester.

Looking for support related to general education course proposal feedback or resubmission? We encourage you to set-up an appointment with CETL staff via the CETL bookings page for assistance.

Revising a course? We invite you to read this four part blog series written by an undergraduate  student on the type of instructional activities and pedagogical support they want in courses. Each post includes relevant resources and research for faculty interested in implementing the ideas. 

Interested in Fall trainings to support a successful start to the semester? Sign up for Ready, Set, TEACH! running August 19 through August 21. Sessions include: 

August 19, 2025
Canvas Quick Start from 11:00-12:00
Best Practices in Online Teaching from 1:00-2:00 
Effective Online Meetings with Zoom from 3:00-4:00 

August 20, 2025
Integrating Video in Canvas from 11:00-12:00 
Best Practices in Canvas Design from 1:00-2:00 
Leveraging Canvas Quizzes from 3:00-4:00 

August 21, 2025
Graded Assignments & Discussions from 11:00-12:00
Getting the Know the Canvas from 1:00-2:00

Whether attending in person or receiving a recording after, a series of 12:30-1:00 pm sessions on HIPs are being offered through the summer. Register for the July 10 session on group assignments, the July 24 session on low stakes assessments, and/or the August 14 session on measuring HIPs course impacts. 

Interested in learning more about how to incorporate Hypothesis into your courses? Sign up for Hypothesis trainings on getting started with Hypothesis in Canvas on July 29 or the Hypothesis Summer Intensive on July 23.

CETL is pleased to announce the redesign of the TA orientation and training into a comprehensive three-part professional development experience that spans the entire fall semester, providing just-in-time support for TAs as they gain teaching experience. Learn more about the revised training on the TA training website.  

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