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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 Spring 2025 offering is open until May 5! Please register using the form linked below. 

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There are four (4) synchronous session, each scheduled on a Monday, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Sessions are scheduled as follows:

  • May 12 - Session 1: Facilitating Learning in Professional Environments 
  • May 26 - Session 2: Designing with the End in Mind
  • June 9 - Session 3: Engaging Audiences Across Modalities
  • June 23 - Session 4: Presenting with Purpose

You can choose to join online or in person at the North Oshawa Campus. Please indicate your preference when registering. 

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 July 2025

When does the registration period close? 

FAST program registration will close on Monday, May 5.

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 teachingandlearning@ontariotechu.ca.