Teaching Center Update for Nov. 17, 2023
Academic Calendar: Important Dates
As we approach Thanksgiving recess, finals week, and the end of fall term, here are some important dates to be aware of on Pitt's academic calendar.
- Nov. 20-Dec. 10: Teaching survey period
- Nov. 19-26: Thanksgiving Recess for students (no classes), all schools
- Nov. 23-24: Thanksgiving Recess for faculty and staff (University closed)
- Nov. 27: Classes resume (all schools)
Teaching Center Update for Nov. 10, 2023
Podcast: From the Office of the Provost
Michael Bridges, executive director of the Teaching Center, discusses our center's unique structure, guidance on generative AI, and faculty development opportunities in this week’s podcast.
Teaching Center Update for Nov. 3, 2023
Teaching Center Update for Oct. 27, 2023
2023-24: The Year of Discourse & Dialogue
The Office of the Provost has designated discourse and dialogue as the theme for this academic year. We hope to probe the ways to harness the power of differing views and perceptions to enrich our campus community.
Teaching Center Update for Oct. 20, 2023
Teaching in a Time of Conflict
We’ve assembled resources for instructors to engage in effective conversations centered around harm, loss, trauma, and conflict.
Teaching Center Update for Oct. 13, 2023
Strategies for Delivering Efficient Feedback
With midterms upon us, delivering efficient feedback is one of the most impactful ways for instructors to improve student learning. Learn some of the best strategies you can use in the latest edition of the University Times.