Certificate in University Teaching
The Certificate in University Teaching program brings expertise and experiential learning to the development of teaching practices. Explore principles and theories of adult education and student-centred teaching with opportunities to apply the knowledge immediately in your own practice.
Supported by the Teaching and Learning Centre’s Educational Developers, this program is open to graduate students and teaching assistants from all faculties at Ontario Tech.
Upon completion of the program, participants will:
- Design and facilitate learning in a student-centred classroom
- Develop learning outcomes, assessments, and course learning activities that enhance learning and engagement
- Integrate technology to create and support the learning experience
Certificate Requirements
The Certificate in University Teaching is divided into five (5) asynchronous modules and five (5) synchronous workshops. Each module has an assessment component. There is a final assignment and teaching presentation as a culminating task.
Completion of the Certificate in University Teaching includes:
- Completion of each of the five (5) modules
- Completion of each module's assessment component with a minimum score of 70%
- Attend three (3) mandatory TLC workshops
- Attend two (2) elective TLC workshops
- Complete the final assessment (Annotated Lesson Plan) with a minimum score of 70%
- Complete the Teaching Presentation with a minimum score of 70%
Registration
Registration for the 2022-2023 Certificate in University Teaching is now CLOSED.
The Teaching and Learning Centre offers a wide variety of workshops throughout the year to help enhance your teaching practices.
Questions
Please contact the Teaching and Learning Centre (TLC) via email: teachingandlearning@ontariotechu.ca