Quickstart Quercus
This webinar is geared toward TAs and Course Instructors who are brand new to Quercus and those who are looking to review the basics. In this session participants will learn […]
Teaching Assistants' Training Program Workshops
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Identifying and Addressing Microaggressions in the University Classroom (Online)
Microaggressions are defined as the “daily, constant, often subtle, and seemingly innocuous, covert and overt negative messages and actions directed toward people from marginalized groups” (Sue, 2010 as cited in […]
Using Educational Technology in the Classroom (Online)
Join us for a dynamic one-hour online workshop designed to equip graduate students, TAs, and course instructors with the latest tools and strategies in educational technology. In this session, you […]
Online First Contract Training: All Disciplines
Please note that these sessions can be counted towards Job training, but not towards either the Teaching Fundamentals or Advanced University Teaching Preparation Certificates. Nevertheless, anyone is welcome to participate […]
Microteaching (Online)
Each OnlineMicroteaching session will involve 5 graduate student participants and 2 TATPfacilitators. Participants will take turns acting as instructors by takingtheir students (i.e., other participants and TATP facilitators) through a […]
Identifying Transferrable Skills for Career Development (In-Person)
Name: Blackburn Room Address: 130 St. George St. Toronto ONIn this in-person interactive workshop for graduate students, participants will learn how to reframe their specialized skills into transferrable skills that apply to non-academic career settings. Participants will be able […]
Supporting Effective Learning with Academic Resilience (Online)
Join the Centre for Learning Strategy Support to explore academic resilience within the context of student learning challenges at U of T. Examine ways to foster resilience in your classrooms […]
Troubleshooting TA Challenges (Online)
The work of a TA is complex and involves many roles, from teacher and mentor to administrator and employee. Each of these roles can present unique dilemmas and difficult situations, […]
Microteaching (Online)
Each OnlineMicroteaching session will involve 5 graduate student participants and 2 TATPfacilitators. Participants will take turns acting as instructors by takingtheir students (i.e., other participants and TATP facilitators) through a […]
PowerPoint Essentials: Strategies for Accessible and Effective Slide Design (Online)
This workshop will introduce strategies for designing effective PowerPoint presentations, particularly for use in classroom settings. It will also consider accessible design principles (e.g., font, colour, imagery, and backgrounds) and […]
Introduction to Experiential and Community Engaged Learning (Online)
Experiential learning (EL) and community-engaged learning (CEL) are unique pedagogies that can offer rich learning opportunities for students. This session provides an introduction to both EL and CEL. Participants will […]
Microteaching (In-Person)
Name: Robarts Library Rm 4035 Address: 130 St. George St. Toronto ON M5S 1A5Each in-person Microteaching session will involve 5 graduate student participants and 2 TATPfacilitators. Participants will take turns acting as instructors by takingtheir students (i.e., other participants and TATP facilitators) through […]
Teaching and Learning in Uncertainty: The Role of Care and Kindness in the Classroom (In-Person)
Name: Blackburn Room Address: 130 St. George St. Toronto ONWhy are care and kindness traditionally regarded as antithetic to academic rigour? In this session, we consider the role of care and kindness in teaching and learning, especially in times […]
Grading for Equity (In-Person)
Name: Blackburn Room Address: 130 St. George St. Toronto ONAcross the sciences, social sciences, and humanities, grading can often be a challenging practice that requires significant interpretation. This workshop will consider: how can TAs grade and provide feedback in […]
Microteaching (Online)
Each OnlineMicroteaching session will involve 5 graduate student participants and 2 TATPfacilitators. Participants will take turns acting as instructors by takingtheir students (i.e., other participants and TATP facilitators) through a […]
Peer Review Session (Online)
Name: Blackburn Room Address: 130 St. George St. Toronto ONThe TATP Peer Review sessions are interactive workshops designed to help you elevate your course design skills. This hands-on session encourages you to review and discuss your peers' course materials, […]