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Facilitating Academic Support and Training (FAST)

The Facilitating Academic Support and Training (FAST) Program is designed to support staff members in developing and refining their facilitation and presentation skills. This program is ideal for those who design and deliver educational experiences, such as workshops, webinars, and training sessions, as well as those who present information sharing sessions.

Registration for the Winter 2026 offering is open until January 12, 2026. Please register using the link below.

FAST Program Registration

FAST Program Registration

FAST consists of four (4) synchronous online sessions held once a month from January to April 2026. 

All sessions take place on Mondays from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

  • January 19 – Session 1: Facilitating Learning in Professional Environments 
  • February 9 – Session 2: Designing with the End in Mind
  • March 9 – Session 3: Engaging Audiences Across Modalities
  • April 6 – Session 4: Presenting with Purpose

By the end of this program, you will be able to: 

  • Design a synchronous educational experience, such as a training session, workshop, or webinar, with clear learning outcomes and activities.
  • Deliver content in a way that is accessible, engaging, and inclusive, following the principles of Universal Design for Learning (UDL). 
  • Apply professional and inclusive communication strategies to support effective instruction and facilitation.

In order to earn the FAST Program completion badge, you must:

  • Attend all four (4) synchronous sessions
  • Complete four (4) short post-session assessments with a passing grade
  • Deliver a short facilitation presentation (~10 minutes) in May 2026 (date TBA)

When does the registration period close? 

FAST program registration for the Winter 2026 term will close on January 12, 2026.

Who can enrol in this program?

This program is open to all staff members and administrators at Ontario Tech University. 

Is there a cost to enrol in FAST?

There is no cost to enrol in FAST.

Whom should I contact if I have questions about the program?

Questions about the program can be directed to instructionalsupport@ontariotechu.ca.