CRTLE NEWSLETTER

NEWS 127, March 11, 2026

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Wednesday, March 18

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Trinity Hall, Room 105 or via Microsoft Teams

We all experience the too busy 'itis', particularly during the beginning, midterm & final parts of each semester, especially during the long semesters. This interactive workshop will include key tips to reduce burnout, be productive & BREATHE through these times. It will include group discussions & 'presentations' of findings from each group! These strategies will directly support your ability to be a more present and effective educator for your students. This session is hybrid. A light lunch will be provided for in-person attendees. 

Thursday, March 19

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Trinity Hall, Room 105 or via Microsoft Teams

This SEP workshop on Growth Mindset focuses on how everyday teaching choices such as course design, assignments, and feedback shape students’ persistence, confidence, and sense of belonging. Rooted in the Student Experience Project research and exemplars and guidance from the UT Arlington SEP Fellows, the session highlights how communicating a growth mindset about intelligence, alongside high standards and clear support, helps students navigate challenge and stay engaged in learning. Participants will reflect and dialogue on how their courses may unintentionally signal fixed beliefs about ability and identify small shifts that normalize productive struggle and support equitable student success. You will take away concrete strategies you can apply immediately in your teaching. This session is hybrid. 

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.

Thursday, March 26

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Hosted by VIP Kimberly Nevala

Phaedra Boinodiris is no stranger to the hard work of doing AI right. Join Phaedra for a lively discussion regarding the real work required to deploy AI systems responsibly. We’ll consider emerging challenges and risks posed by emerging trends such as agentic AI and how we can all partake in designing and using AI systems ethically and productively.

Phaedra Boinodiris is IBM’s Global Consulting Leader for Trustworthy AI and co-author of the book AI for the Rest of Us. As an RSA Fellow, co-founder of the Future World Alliance, and academic advisor, Phaedra is shaping a future in which AI is accessible and good for all.

Phaedra Boinodiris

Author of AI for the Rest of Us

Wednesday, April 1

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Microsoft Teams

Meeting ID: 227 624 158 210 01

Passcode: tj7W7tL7

Thursday, April 16

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Trinity Hall, Room 105 or via Microsoft Teams

The Faculty Playbook 2.0 returns with a new round of fast‑paced faculty lightning talks from award-winning faculty focused on what’s actually working in the classroom.

In this session, UTA 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!

Build a Welcoming Classroom All Semester Long!

Tips from the Student Experience Project (SEP)

Visit PEDAGOGY NEXT

The CRTLE Faculty Fellows Program connects UTA faculty who are passionate about innovative, evidence-based teaching. Fellows collaborate across disciplines to design programs, share research-informed strategies, and strengthen teaching and learning across campus. Learn how this community supports professional growth and instructional excellence at UTA. Learn more!

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!

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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