Welcome to the weekly UTLC Newsletter supporting teaching and learning at UNCG.
|
|
|
This section is full of timely and evidence-based practices to apply in your teaching.
|
-
OER and Accessibility: Open Educational Resources (OER) have become quite popular among educators in recent years. As the costs of books continue to rise, OER has been an excellent way to ensure that students have access to critical learning materials while removing the monetary expense that is so often a barrier. OER can very easily connect to UDL as well - providing multiple resources that present the same information in a variety of ways is just one example. In order for OER to be available to all students, accessibility must also be considered, because inaccessible OER will be a barrier for some students. UDL on Campus shares more on how to locate accessible OER and how to address some of the challenges that can occur in OER design.
-
Getting Started with Inclusive Teaching: Inclusive teaching is a very important part of the learning experience for students. It has an impact on the success of all students when they are given the opportunity to learn through the lens and inclusion of others. This work can be overwhelming at times for faculty. The Guide for Inclusive Teaching at Columbia helps instructors answer the question "Where do I begin?" by offering five inclusive teaching principles derived from research and evidence-based practices. This guide provides practical and accessible tips and tools that can be used immediately.
-
State of Student Engagement: While many students are back on campus and in classes this semester, many instructors are still noticing variation in student engagement. If you are experiencing this in your classes, know that you are not alone! A recent webinar (complete the Zoom registration to receive a link to the recording) and article from the Chronicle of Higher Education highlights this widespread trend and offers some insights and strategies to address these challenges. While there is no quick and easy fix, it can be helpful to connect with others who are facing similar challenges to support one another. The UTLC is here to provide opportunities for connection and support for instructors across campus. You can always request a consultation or email us at utlc@uncg.edu to find a time to connect.
|
UTLC FEATURED ANNOUNCEMENTS
|
Check out the latest updates and offerings from the UTLC.
|
|
|
|
Instructional Support Drop-In Sessions through December 1
Presented through a partnership between the UTLC, ITS Learning Technology, and Academic Technology Specialists. Join us in the Bryan 209 computer lab where staff dedicated to answering your questions and addressing your challenges will be on hand to provide broad support for your instructional needs! Bring your questions about technology (Canvas, Microsoft Teams, and more) and pedagogy (student engagement, assessment strategies, and more). We are here to support you!
|
| |
| Your Voice Matters! | Invitation to Participate in Website Redesign Surveys
Websites are currently being updated for the University Teaching and Learning Commons (UTLC) and Minerva's Academic Curriculum (MAC). Both website redesign teams are seeking input from all instructors (full-time, adjunct, graduate teaching assistants, etc.) to make these resources most beneficial to you. Please consider taking a few minutes to contribute your thoughts to one or both of these surveys. Your input is greatly valued and we appreciate your time!
|
|
|
FACULTY ENGAGEMENT & DEVELOPMENT
|
Check out these upcoming opportunities from the UTLC and other partners on campus. Additional training opportunities are available at workshops.uncg.edu.
|
Upcoming Events, Training, and Workshops
|
|
|
| ⚙️ Q&A Session | Accessibility in the Classroom from an Instructor's Perspective
|
UNCG instructors share their experiences with the benefits and challenges that instructors often face when addressing accessibility in the classroom.
|
|
|
| 🖥 Instructional Support Drop-In Session
|
Presented through a partnership between the UTLC, ITS Learning Technology, and Academic Technology Specialists. Stop by Bryan 209 to get all of your instructional technology and pedagogy questions answered as we quickly approach the end of the semester!
|
|
|
| 📚 URSCO Workshop | Course Based Undergraduate Research Experience (CUREs) in a MAC Class
|
Come discuss with your colleagues the value of integrating undergraduate research into your MAC class. In this workshop, we will discuss with examples how people have successfully integrated research into an introductory class.
|
|
|
| 🎥 Streaming Video: What Platforms do the University Libraries Offer?
|
Faculty are increasingly using streaming video in course assignments and instruction. The UNCG University Libraries subscribe to platforms that offer feature films, documentaries, and other streaming resources. Let us introduce you to -- or remind you about -- streaming content that we can provide.
|
|
|
| 🏫 Community-Engaged Learning Roundtable
|
As part of the HIPs Brown Bag conversation series, this virtual discussion will center the High-Impact Practice of Service-Learning and Community-Based Learning to showcase the diversity of ways in which these practices can be embedded into (co)curricular experiences.
|
|
|
| Celebrate the end of the semester with the UTLC at the Faculty Center! This is an opportunity to gather informally with colleagues and relax with hors d'oeuvres and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic).
|
|
|
This segment features instructors who exemplify excellence and innovation in teaching at UNCG.
We are pleased to announce our next nominee, Dr. Joseph A. Ross!
Click the image below to read the nominee's Words of Wisdom.
To nominate yourself or a colleague, please complete the form at go.uncg.edu/minerva-mentions.
|
|
|
|
November is National Native American Heritage Month. Please share the following opportunities to learn, connect, and affirm our diverse Native community at UNCG. 2022 Native American Heritage Month Calendar of Events.
Consider attending one of this week's event:
Join the Native American Student Association for a Native inspired meal
Thursday, November 10 from 5-7 pm
UNCG Fountain View Dining Hall
|
“I-da- li-s- da-yv-hv-ga-” Translates to “let’s eat” in the Tsalagi language (Cherokee)
|
|
|
© 2020 Your Brand. All Rights Reserved.
|
|
|
Manage your preferences | Opt Out using TrueRemove™
Got this as a forward? Sign up to receive our future emails.
View this email online.
|
1100 West Market St., Suite 100F None | Greensboro, NC 27412 US
|
|
|
This email was sent to .
To continue receiving our emails, add us to your address book.
|
| |
|
|
