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Past Events from October 29 – November 19 – Institute for Teaching, Innovation, & Inclusive Pedagogy Past Events from October 29 – November 19 – Institute for Teaching, Innovation, & Inclusive Pedagogy

Culturally Responsive Course Design and Teaching Strategies

Culturally Responsive Course Design and Teaching Strategies is a virtual session that will be facilitated by University Online Education Services (UOES) as part of the Office of Teaching Evaluation Assessment Research (OTEAR) ongoing Classroom Inclusivity Series. As outlined on OTEAR's site: "What does it mean to teach in a culturally responsive way? In this workshop, we will discuss … Read More

Teaching in a Multilingual Space: Strategies for Creating Inclusive Classrooms for a Linguistically Diverse Campus

As part of the Office of Teaching Evaluation and Assessment Research's Classroom Inclusivity Series, this workshop reflects Rutgers University, New Brunswick's diverse and global community, where multilingualism is the rule, not the exception. In this workshop, the presenters will share data on multilingualism at Rutgers including student experiences, review scholarship on the presence and exclusionary … Read More

Tea and Teaching: Teaching After the Election with Rick Lau and Elizabeth Matto

Join us virtually on Zoom, for a timely conversation about teaching after the election with Rick Lau, Professor in the Department of Political Science and Elizabeth Matto, Director of the Eagleton Institute of Politics. With such a contested election season, we can expect our students to come to class with varied responses. Together, we will … Read More

Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Round Table (Presentation and Discussion)

Join the Office of Teaching Evaluation Assessment Research (OTEAR) for a meeting of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Round Table featuring Geeta Govindarajoo, Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology. As detailed by OTEAR: "In this meeting of the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Round Table, Geeta Govindarajoo, Teaching Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology, will be joining us to discuss … Read More

Equity Applied Workshop: First-Generation College Student Success

Livingston Student Center, Collaborative Learning Center

Sponsor: Division of Diversity, Inclusion, and Community Engagement At Rutgers University we have the wonderful opportunity to support many first-generation learners during their educational journeys. But how can we do this effectively? During this session, we’ll center the lived experiences of, and research surrounding first-generation students, as we reflect on instruction that fosters academic thriving. … Read More

CLARA: A Tool for Navigating Contentious Conversations

Join presenters from The Tyler Clementi Center for Diversity Education and Bias Prevention for an hour long workshop unpacks the CLARA (calm, listen, affirm, respond, add) method of communication as a tool for engaging in difficult conversations respectfully–including in the classroom. Addresses Competency 1. This workshop is part of The Classroom Inclusivity Series, organized by … Read More

Creating Accessible Online Content: Text, Documents, Images, and Video

In this workshop hosted by University Online Education Services, learn essential strategies for designing online course materials accessible to all students. Covering best practices for creating accessible text documents (Word/PDF), images, and captioned videos, this session will provide practical guidance for improving accessibility across digital content. Participants will also explore accessibility features within the Canvas … Read More

Implementing a Universal Design Approach to Formative Assessment

Join University Online Education Services for a hands-on session on integrating universal design into formative assessments. This workshop will guide instructors in setting both instructor- and learner-centered assessment goals, using universal design principles to create inclusive, effective assessments. Through examples and collaborative brainstorming, participants will leave with actionable ideas to transform their assessment practices and … Read More

Student Success Monthly Workshop Series: Navigating Difficult Conversations – Tools for Supporting Dialogue

Cook Student Center, MPR 59 Biel Rd, New Brunswick, NJ, United States

Has it been difficult to lead or engage in conversations with students? Join The Student Success Committee for a series of interactive activities focused on difficult conversations and perspective-taking. Each presenter will provide faculty and staff with strategies to navigate conversations that support student voices so they feel empowered to speak comfortably when viewpoints do … Read More