BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Institute for Teaching, Innovation, & Inclusive Pedagogy - ECPv6.7.0//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Institute for Teaching, Innovation, & Inclusive Pedagogy REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20260101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260911T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T153030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T153030Z UID:5931-1789128000-1789131600@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:First Time TA [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Yhosep Barba Blanco\, Jamie Kim  \nHave you started teaching a lab\, a class\, or a recitation section this semester and want to discuss some questions that have come up? This session is specifically designed to explore common teaching moments you might encounter as a first-time TA. We will share some tips and tricks for a great first-time teaching experience! This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/first-time-ta-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T153257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T153257Z UID:5933-1789387200-1789390800@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Hosting Effective Office Hours [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Karen Bacalia\, Sophia Fox-Dichter  \nIn this workshop\, we will discuss common objectives of office hours and strategies for offering effective office hours that support undergraduate student learning and wellness. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.   \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/hosting-effective-office-hours-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T123000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260820T200648Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T200648Z UID:5923-1789470000-1789475400@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Teaching Tech Toolkit Series: Introduction to Canvas DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Eric Leupold\, Instructional Technologist\, UOES  \nIn this workshop\, we will discuss the different tools available in Canvas to create a consistent and clear course site for students to navigate. You’ll learn the fundamentals of setting up your course in Canvas and creating assignments and assessments. We’ll explore how to navigate the Canvas interface\, add content to modules (files\, videos\, links\, etc.)\, upload your syllabus\, and communicate with students. You’ll also learn how to create Assignments and Discussions\, set up rubrics\, manage group work\, and use SpeedGrader and the gradebook to provide feedback and track student progress. This session is part of TIIP’s Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nREGISTER  \nAudience: Administrative staff\, graduate students and/or postdocs\, lecturers\, teaching faculty (NTT)\, tenure-line faculty  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/teaching-tech-toolkit-series-introduction-to-canvas/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260916T110000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260811T164754Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T165114Z UID:5847-1789552800-1789556400@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Behind the Scenes: Explore the Rutgers iTV Studio  DESCRIPTION:Location: Rutgers iTV Studio on Livingston Campus (14 Berrue Circle\, Piscataway\, NJ 08854)  \nFacilitator: UOES staff  \nGet an inside look at the Rutgers iTV Studio and discover the professional production spaces available to support high-quality course media. During this guided tour\, participants will explore the studio’s video production capabilities\, learn about the different recording environments\, and see how faculty can create engaging instructional content with the support of Academic Media. Whether you’re considering recording lecture videos\, faculty introductions\, demonstrations\, or expert interviews\, this session will showcase the tools and resources available to elevate your online course media.  \nInteractive Activity: Participants will have the opportunity to experience the studio firsthand by trying out the single-person recording studio\, complete with a teleprompter\, annotation tablet\, and green screen. The tour will also include the main production studio\, featuring a three-camera setup designed for interviews and subject matter expert discussions\, as well as the interactive glassboard—a transparent writing surface that participants can use to create dynamic instructional content while facing the camera.  \nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/behind-the-scenes-explore-the-rutgers-itv-studio/ LOCATION:Rutgers iTV Studio\, 14 Berrue Circle\, Piscataway\, NJ\, 08854\, United States CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260922T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260922T140000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260818T160906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T160906Z UID:5900-1790082000-1790085600@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Teaching for Student Success at Rutgers University: Translating Evidence to Practice DESCRIPTION:Learning Objectives   \n\nIdentify evidence-based teaching approaches based on research findings \n\n\nApply research findings to student-focused efforts at Rutgers University \n\n\nDevelop a preliminary action plan for implementation \n\nDescription:  \nFounded in May 2024 as part of the Academic Master Plan\, the Institute for Teaching\, Innovation\, and Inclusive Pedagogy (TIIP) is a hub for instructors that advances instruction fostering student learning and academic thriving at Rutgers University-New Brunswick. During this interactive Research Spotlight session\, the founding director will share evidence-based approaches that support student success through effective teaching based on the institute’s recent studies and previous efforts. Participants will apply the findings to their own student-focused efforts to support the design of learning environments that foster a sense of belonging\, provide opportunities for high-impact learning\, and supporttimely graduation. This session will center us on what it means to teach and promote student success at the beginning of the academic year.    \nRegistration information forthcoming URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/teaching-for-student-success-at-rutgers-university-translating-evidence-to-practice/ LOCATION:Livingston Student Center Room 201AB CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T110000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260710T165820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T170114Z UID:5117-1790157600-1790161200@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Who Thrives and Who is Left Behind? Teaching\, Learning\, & the Age of Generative AI  DESCRIPTION:During this thought-provoking interactive virtual session\, we will explore opportunities and challenges that generative AI presents for teaching and learning. Specifically\, we will consider multifaceted perspectives and actions for cultivating academic thriving for all students in this evolving landscape. Participants will reflect on who is in their classes as well as their course learning goals and deliberate upon how to foster student success in the current moment. \nThis session fulfills Competencies 1\, 2\, and 3 of the Teaching and Generative AI Pathways Program and is open to Rutgers University staff and instructors of all ranks\, appointment types\, and disciplines. \nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/who-thrives-and-who-is-left-behind-teaching-learning-the-age-of-generative-ai/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T153454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T154129Z UID:5935-1790164800-1790168400@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Managing Your Time as a TA [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Amirtha Giridhar\, Karen Bacalia  \nIn this workshop\, we will discuss how to manage your time as a Teaching Assistant\, as well as how to find a balance your roles as a TA\, student\, and researcher. We will discuss strategies and tools for both short-term and long-term time management. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/managing-your-time-as-a-ta-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T123000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260820T201523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T201523Z UID:5925-1790679600-1790685000@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Teaching Tech Toolkit Series: Promoting Peer Collaboration DESCRIPTION:Session Title: Promoting Peer Collaboration through Instructional Technologies \nAudience: Administrative staff\, graduate students and/or postdocs\, lecturers\, teaching faculty (NTT)\, tenure-line faculty  \nFacilitator: Mary Labrada\, Sr. Instructional Designer\, UOES  \nOverview: In this workshop\, we will discuss frameworks for setting goals for student collaboration and strategies for building social presence in your course. We will also explore how to select the best instructional technology tools that align with your teaching and learning goals and examine how tools such as Canvas\, WeVideo\, Hypothesis\, and others can support the design of effective collaborative assignments. This session is part of TIIP’s Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/teaching-tech-toolkit-series-promoting-peer-collaboration/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261001T113000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260710T171049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260713T140756Z UID:5125-1790850600-1790854200@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:GenAI Explorations: Instructors Working with NotebookLM  DESCRIPTION:NotebookLM has quickly become a popular AI tool in higher education\, and Rutgers instructors are already putting it to work in interesting ways. In this virtual session\, we’ll take a closer look at what NotebookLM can do\, hear directly from faculty who are using it in their teaching\, and explore what’s possible in your own courses. Whether you are new to NotebookLM\, or want to learn some other tricks\, this session will connect you with similar colleagues. \nThis session fulfills Competency 1 of the Teaching and Generative AI Pathways Program and is open to Rutgers University staff and instructors of all ranks\, appointment types\, and disciplines. \nREGISTER \n  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/genai-explorations-instructors-working-with-notebooklm/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261006T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T153737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T154240Z UID:5937-1791288000-1791291600@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Developing a Teaching Philosophy Statement for Academic Employment [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Jamie Kim\, Elizabeth Siaw  \nThis interactive session will help you consider and design your teaching philosophy and diversity statements which are often an integral component of the job application for faculty positions. Please bring a copy of your own drafts (or a general idea of what you might write about) to share during small group discussions as well as a laptop or pen and paper. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/developing-a-teaching-philosophy-statement-for-academic-employment-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T133000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260820T202429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T202429Z UID:5928-1791892800-1791898200@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Teaching Tech Toolkit Series: Creating Accessible Content DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Natalia Kouraeva\, Senior Instructional Designer\, UOES  \nAudience: Administrative staff\, graduate students and/or postdocs\, lecturers\, teaching faculty (NTT)\, tenure-line faculty  \nThis workshop is designed to explore how to design courses and materials that are accessible to all students. We will cover the basics of online accessibility\, focusing on best practices for creating accessible course materials such as text documents (Word/PDF)\, images\, and videos with captions. We’ll also go over key accessibility features in the Canvas LMS. This will also help meet the Title II requirement for ensuring digital accessibility by Spring 2027. This session is part of TIIP’s Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/teaching-tech-toolkit-series-creating-accessible-content/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T153932Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T154314Z UID:5939-1791979200-1791982800@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Boosting Confidence as a TA in Classroom and Online Settings [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Jamie Kim\, Yhosep Barba Blanco  \nHaving confidence in your abilities as an instructor is a key component for successful teaching and for feeling comfortable in the classroom or virtual classroom. In this session\, we discuss strategies for boosting your teaching self-efficacy: for example\, through preparation\, student interaction\, peer observation\, affirmation\, and more. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/boosting-confidence-as-a-ta-in-classroom-and-online-settings-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T154818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T154818Z UID:5941-1792756800-1792760400@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:AI and Academic Integrity [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Gill Woody\, Amirtha Giridhar  \nAs AI tools are becoming more widely available\, both educators and students are faced with new challenges about the ethical use of these tools. What is your role as a TA when faced with these challenges? This workshop will look at how to navigate academic integrity violations and potential misuses\, as well as how to distinguish between acceptable support with this technology and academic dishonesty. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs\, and it also fulfills Competencies 2 of the Teaching and Generative AI Pathways Program.  \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/ai-and-academic-integrity-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261102T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T155940Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T160009Z UID:5943-1793620800-1793624400@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Teaching Practical and Statistical Labs [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Sophia Fox-Dichter\, Karen Bacalia  \nThis workshop is ideal for Teaching Assistants looking to create a more engaging lab experience for their students. This session discusses teaching strategies for practical labs which emphasize hands-on skills and experiential learning as well as statistical labs focused on data analysis. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.   \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/teaching-practical-and-statistical-labs-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T160251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T160251Z UID:5945-1794312000-1794315600@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Handling Difficult Classroom Situations [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Gill Woody  \nAs instructors\, we might encounter situations where our students are not always the perfect models we have in mind. So how do we keep our composure and run an effective classroom environment when a few students prove to be more challenging? This session explores mitigation and prevention strategies\, both in the TA role and the lead instructor role. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/handling-difficult-classroom-situations-grad-postdoc-workshop/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T130000 DTSTAMP:20260901T122545 CREATED:20260821T160835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T160835Z UID:5947-1796126400-1796130000@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Crafting an Inclusive Syllabus [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]  DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Sophia Fox-Dichter\, Elizabeth Siaw  \nIf you are teaching a class as a TA\, you will be required to craft your own syllabus as well as plan your course schedule. This session will cover (1) components of a syllabus\, (2) how to develop equitable and thoughtful course policies\, and (3) incorporating flexible and accessible perspectives into your course design\, as well as practical tools for structuring your course timeline. This session is part of the Improving Your Teaching Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs.  \nAudience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/crafting-an-inclusive-syllabus-grad-postdoc-workshop-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR