CTE Weekly

March 24, 2020

Hi Friend of the CTE,

In this edition of the Weekly, you will find information about Virtual Meet-Ups, the Major Grants deadline extension, and other engaging news.

CTE Sessions

Remote Teaching: Virtual Meet-Ups to Discuss Problems & Solutions

Once faculty figure out the technology, how can we continue to plan quality learning experiences for students? Join your colleagues for an informal discussion about crafting quality assignments, identifying alternative ways to assess students, facilitating class meetings, and any other remote teaching concerns. Let's talk teaching approaches and support one another!

Join one or more sessions.
Monday, March 30, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Monday, March 30, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Learn More & Register

Other News and Information

Teaching Wins

Here are the CTE Weekly readers' WINS from our March 17 survey about the first week of remote instructional delivery (in rank order). Book winners will be announced next week.
24% I gathered students online.
22% I learned a new technology tool.
20% I supported a colleague.
11% I held virtual office hours.
11% I learned something new from a colleague.
6%    I developed a new, creative lesson.
4%    I connected with a student who didn't previously participate in class.
2%    I figured out a new way to assess student learning.

The Importance of Communicating With Students While Teaching Remotely

While teaching during these unprecedented circumstances, it's important to communicate openly with students about the challenges and uncertainty we are all experiencing. Remember to

Share growth mindset messages with students.
Ask students to reflect on how they can take control of their learning.
Be flexible regarding expectations for students' technology access and use.
Encourage students to reach out to you with questions or concerns.

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Have You Missed Any of the CTE's
Online Programming?

Spring Break is a good time to catch up on the CTE's online faculty development programming. The archive includes our latest addition, Kristen Budd's Knox Award showcase seminar, and a wealth of programming on topics from A(cademic Integrity) to T(eaching Strategies).

Major Teaching Project Grant Proposal Deadline Extended: March 29, 2020

Submit a major teaching project grant proposal (up to $3,000). These grants encourage curricular and pedagogical innovations that will result in more engaged and improved student learning. Innovations may be at the course, department, program, division, and/or university levels.

Proposal Form

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