On Oct. 20, members of the Teaching Center traded their laptops and notebooks for mattocks and one-handed reciprocating saws in support of Civic Action Week, the University’s annual community service campaign organized by PittServes and the Office of Engagement and…
The 2023 New Faculty Orientation culminated on Sept. 19, with a welcome reception hosted by the Office of the Provost and the Teaching Center in Alumni Hall. More than 150 attendees gathered for an evening of interdisciplinary networking with colleagues,…
Every month, the Teaching Center features individual staff members so you can get to learn a bit about who we are and what we do. Today, we’re featuring Elizabeth Speed, who is the senior manager of instructional media production.
The end of August always signals the beginning of a new school year, and with that comes the energy, anticipation, and genuine excitement of having students back on campus for the start of fall classes. This August also signals a…
Midterm Course Feedback Early student feedback can provide insights for improving teaching and learning. Using feedback to implement change can increase student engagement and create a sense of belonging. Conducting midterm surveys, and acting on the results, has a positive…
As fall term and a new academic year approaches, we've gathered together information on new Teaching Center services, resources, spaces, workshops, and more below! Click on the links to learn more, and you can contact us if you have questions…
The Teaching Center is excited to announce Ed Tech Days — three full-day programs, each focused on a different aspect of teaching and learning with technology. Topics include: Assessment (May 23) Innovation (June 21) Getting Started for Beginners (Aug. 8)…
The events of April 10's active shooter hoax are very impactful, even more so after the similar recent events in Oakland two weeks ago. Students may be stressed, anxious, and traumatized. In times like this, patience and empathy can significantly…
Teaching surveys are open now through April 23. Student feedback is a valuable tool that helps inform teaching practices and course design. Encourage students to respond and provide detailed feedback. The Office of Measurement and Evaluation has resources to assist…
Go to your teaching survey dashboard to confirm that a survey is scheduled for your course and add custom questions before April 2. Surveys will be open to students on April 3. Begin discussing with students the importance of feedback…