Graduate Student Development
The Center for Learning and Teaching emphasizes the importance of life-long learning in the development of outstanding teachers. CLT's instructional support programs encourage a constant refinement and development of the practice of teaching and create an atmosphere in which teachers may discover their own most effective teaching methods. These programs support graduate TAs as they begin their careers as well as faculty members as they continually strive to achieve excellence in teaching.
Teaching Assistant development programs provide confidential individualized assistance and workshops on teaching issues and skills. All Instructional Support activities maintain a commitment to ensuring equality in a diverse community.
Spring 2008 Workshop Schedule
January 31-Preparing to Teach
This workshop will help you make the most of your class prep time. Learn how to avoid being either over-prepared or under-prepared.
February 7-Dealing with Students in Office Hours
Learn how to be most helpful to your students in a one-on-one situation while staying in control.
February 14-The Teaching Portfolio
This workshop will introduce a very powerful way to document your teaching experience and its development. The information presented will be very helpful if you are soon to be on the job market.
February 21-Grading and Assessing Student Learning
Learning to be an effective—and efficient—grader is a critical teaching skill. This workshop will help you avoid making common mistakes, learn how to make the best use of your grading time and understand fundamental assessment principles.
February 28-Time and Stress Management
Research has shown that the single most critical skill for professional (and academic) success is time management. This workshop will focus on the relationship between effectively managing your time and minimizing the effects of stress.
All workshops are from 4:30-6pm in Warren Hall 201.
Attendance is limited due to room capacity. Reserve a space in the workshops of your choice by e-mailing David Way, Director of Instructional Support, Center for Learning and Teaching at dgw2@cornell.edu. Further information is available from him via e-mail, or by calling 255-2663.