Teaching Orientation for Grad Students

The Center for Teaching and Learning offers graduate student instructors orientation sessions to learn about practical, evidence-based strategies that they can implement with their students. These orientations help supplement departmental orientations and trainings.

In a supportive and collaborative setting, facilitated by CTL staff and experienced graduate student instructors, participants will develop strategies for engaging with students during the first week of classes. This will include the development of policy statements that communicate course expectations and help establish an inclusive and dynamic learning environment. Participants will also discuss difficult situations that Teaching Assistants and Teaching Fellows may find themselves in, and learn about resources and offices on campus that can help.

CTL orientations are open to all new teaching assistants, teaching fellows, and graduate students in an instructor role, on a space-available basis. TAs in all disciplines are welcome to attend this orientation. Registrants will be asked in late August to confirm their attendance, as space is limited. For more information, visit bit.ly/ctlgrads-orientation.