We are hosting university-wide online synchronous offerings of the ISU Annual Student-Centered Learning Workshop (AY23-24) for faculty unable to attend their departmental one.
When disruptive conduct takes place, some Iowa State University instructors recommend addressing it immediately. Their advice: remain calm, assess the situation, and listen to student concerns. Especially recommended: provide a clear, firm response consistent with what you’ve given other students. The strategies and resources in this workshop will help you prepare for these moments before ...Continue reading "Effectively Managing Disruptive Conduct in Learning Spaces"
We will focus on building effective communication through dialogue and our experiences, discussing how to empower students when building ground rules (class norms), and exploring strategies for facilitating conversations, including the O.T.F.D. (Open The Front Door) and A.C.T.I.O.N. communication frameworks. Facilitated by Dr. Laura Bestler, CELT
** This Applying the Quality Matters Rubric (APPQMR) workshop meets on Tuesday, June 13th and Wednesday, June 14th from 9 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Learning Objectives Recognize the foundational concepts of Quality Matters. Identify the critical elements of the QM quality assurance program, including the QM Rubric, materials, processes, and administrative components. Apply the QM ...Continue reading "QM – APPQMR"
Explore ways to create a welcoming learning environment (no matter the course modality), brainstorm what we can do to build an inclusive environment, share campus resources and programs, and extend your learning about teaching inclusively.