Teaching and Learning Mini-Retreat (Truro)
Wednesday, February 21, 2024
9:30 a.m.–12:45 p.m.
Truro Campus, MacRae Library Rooms 218/219 – Student Learning Commons
CLT welcomes you to join us for an in-person mini-retreat on teaching and learning at the Truro campus on the morning of Feb 21st. Workshops and information sessions on blended learning, the SLEQ, assessments, and videography services are planned. Coffee and light refreshments. Open to all Faculty, Staff, and Graduate Students at мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥.
Coffee and light refreshments will be served.
9:40–10:40 | Process over Product: Assessing the Journey, not the DestinationFacilitator: Kate Crane, Educational Developer (Online Pedagogies) This workshop will explore an approach to assessment that seeks to evaluate (or merely emphasize) the quality of student work as they participate in the process of completing an assessed product (such as an essay, presentation, podcast, etc.). We will explore:
Participants are encouraged to bring specific assessments that they've used in the past to work with during this workshop, though it is not required. |
10:40–10:55 | Student Learning Experience Questionnaire (SLEQ) Overview and Updates with Student Feedback and Evaluation Coordinator Bruno Roy |
Break | |
11:10–12:10 | Workshop: Blended Learning Experiences: Designing Effective Flipped CoursesFacilitator: Nasim Tavassoli (Educational Developer, Student Development) In this workshop, participants will delve into the concepts of blended teaching, including related terms such as "flipped" and "hybrid." The session will provide an understanding of the advantages associated with these teaching methods and offer insights into considerations for effectively implementing this approach in their courses. The presenter will showcase ongoing blended flipped courses at мÓÆÂÁùºÏ²Ê¿ª½±Ö±²¥ to provide a practical understanding of blended teaching, encouraging participants to explore ways to incorporate blended design elements into their own courses. |
12:10–12:25 | Videography for Teaching and Learning: Overview of CLT Videography Services with Videographer Jake Nissen |
12:25–12:45 | Open Discussion/Consultation Time |
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