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TLC Workshops

TLC Workshops are supported by the Teaching and Learning Centre's Educational Developers and offer participants a variety of programs based on their teaching and learning interests and needs.

While workshops are designed primarily for members of the University community engaged in teaching-related practices, other members of Ontario Tech may enroll in our workshops as part of their professional development.

Registration for Winter workshops is open! If you have any workshop-related questions, contact the TLC at teachingandlearning@ontariotechu.ca.

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February

  • Designing and Refining the Flipped Classroom - Wednesday February 26, 1 pm - 2 pm

    Date: Wednesday February 26, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Facilitator: Dr. Laura Banks

    In this session, we will take a detailed dive into the components of an effective flipped classroom, and explore strategies for maintaining a quality teaching and learning experience for both in-person and online delivery.

  • Teaching Dossier: Making the Case for Teaching Effectiveness - Thursday February 27, 11 am - 12 pm

    Date: Thursday February 27, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Facilitator: Dr. Susan L. Forbes

    A Teaching Dossier is a summary of an academic’s major teaching accomplishments and strengths. In this session, we’ll explore ways to effectively describe and document your teaching philosophy, goals, achievements, and teaching experiences.

  • Decolonizing Practices: Roles and Responsibilities Towards Reconciliation in Education - Friday February 28, 1 pm - 2:30 pm

    Date: Friday February 28, 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
    Facilitator: Dr. Kaitlyn Watson

    In this session, we will explore how colonialism shapes educational spaces, how it manifests (intentionally or unintentionally) in our practice, and what this means for goals of reconciliation. The workshop will also offer an opportunity to identify ways in which you can begin to decolonize your practice to take up roles and responsibilities towards reconciliation.

    Learning Outcomes

    • Describe the relationship between Indigenization, decolonization, and reconciliation.
    • Evaluate existing practices, approaches, and perspectives that align with or depart from goals of reconciliation in education.
    • Imagine what a decolonial classroom can look like.

March

  • The Perfect Prompt: Unlocking the Potential of Generative AI - Wednesday March 5, 10 am - 11 am

    Date: Wednesday March 5, 10:00 am - 11:00 am
    Facilitators: Miranda Varricchio, Kevin Johnson

    In this hands-on workshop, we’ll explore how to craft effective prompts for generative AI tools. You will be guided through how to create prompts that will result in clear, relevant, and actionable responses. Whether you're using generative AI for teaching, research, or creative work, this session will help you unlock its full potential.

    Learning Outcomes

    • Create prompts with a general understanding of how prompt structure can shape outputs in a text-based GAI tool.
    • Refine prompts based on their initial outputs to help clarify and refine results.
    • Apply prompt-crafting strategies to create a rubric that can be used to evaluate student assignments.
  • Assessing Authentically: Alternatives to Traditional Assessments - Tuesday March 18, 1 pm - 2 pm

    Date: Tuesday March 18, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Facilitators: Dr. Lidya Salim, Dr. Kaitlyn Watson

    Assessment is an integral component of the learning process, and it should reflect the complexity and diversity of students' skills and knowledge. This webinar will explore a range of assessment strategies that go beyond traditional exams, allowing you to assess student learning in more authentic and meaningful ways.

    Learning Outcomes

    • Describe the role of diagnostic, formative, and summative assessment in course design.
    • Identify the limitations of traditional exams.
    • Explore alternative assessment strategies to increase student engagement and prevent academic integrity violations.
  • Inquiry in Action: Bridging Educational Research and Practice - Friday March 28, 12 pm - 1 pm

    Date: Friday March 28, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
    Facilitators: Dr. Lidya Salim, Dr. Kaitlyn Watson

    The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) is a systematic approach to investigate teaching and learning practices with the aim of enhancing educational outcomes. In this webinar, we will explore various inquiry methods and how to engage meaningfully in SoTL.

    Learning Outcomes

    • Describe the practice of scholarship of teaching and learning (SoTL).
    • List various techniques and approaches that can be used to engage in SoTL.
    • Explain the importance of SoTL for instructors and students.

How to Access TLC Workshops: 

You will receive calendar invitations with links to your chosen workshops after completing the registration form.

Unless otherwise indicated, workshops are 60 minutes in length and are delivered online via Google Meet at the listed dates and times. Any changes to the workshop schedule or delivery format will be communicated to you in advance.