SNAFU.edu: Book Group
ZoomStart your semester with community and perspective by joining our five-part virtual book club on Snafu Edu by Jessamyn Neuhaus. This thoughtful and practical book helps educators, especially those newer … Read More
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Developing a Teaching Philosophy Statement for Academic Employment [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]
ZoomFacilitator: Jamie Kim This interactive session will help you consider and design your teaching philosophy statement which is 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 … Read More
Building an Effective Partnership with TAs
ZoomAre you an instructor who works with a graduate teaching assistant (or a team of TAs)? Then join us! In this interactive session, you will learn about how to create a productive, collaborative relationship with your TAs by discussing practical strategies for clear communication, defined roles and expectations, and intentional mentorship and guidance. Using a … Read More
Teaching Strategies that Support Introverted Learners
ZoomJoin us for a lively one-hour virtual session that flips the script on active learning by centering the needs and strengths of introverted students. We will explore simple strategies that create space for quieter thinkers, including low-pressure participation options, multiple modes of engagement, and reflective activities that still keep energy high. Participants will leave with … Read More
SNAFU.edu: Book Group
ZoomStart your semester with community and perspective by joining our five-part virtual book club on Snafu Edu by Jessamyn Neuhaus. This thoughtful and practical book helps educators, especially those newer to teaching, make sense of common classroom challenges related to inequity, disconnection, distrust, failure, and fear. Together, we will explore how these issues show up … Read More
Teaching and GenAI Explorations: Images
ZoomCurious about how generative AI can support creativity, critical thinking, and engagement in your courses? In this interactive, one-hour virtual session, you will explore a range of AI image generators, compare their strengths and limitations, and experiment with hands-on prompts to see how each tool responds. You will leave with practical strategies for incorporating AI-generated … Read More
Beyond ChatGPT – Navigating Alternative Models
ZoomWhile ChatGPT has captured the headlines, the generative AI landscape is vast and rapidly evolving. This session moves past the familiar to navigate alternative AI models and specialized tools that can influence your teaching and research. We'll demystify concepts like Large Language Models (LLMs) and emerging "OMNI" models, exploring how different platforms—like Google's Gemini, Anthropic's … Read More
How Learning Happens [Grad/Postdoc Workshop]
ZoomFacilitator: Jamie Kim What motivates students to invest effort, stay engaged, and take ownership of their learning? Join us to discuss how learning happens for students and how we as instructors can help support that process! This session, grounded in the science of learning, explores how prior knowledge shapes new understanding, how learners organize and … Read More
SNAFU.edu: Book Group
ZoomStart your semester with community and perspective by joining our five-part virtual book club on Snafu Edu by Jessamyn Neuhaus. This thoughtful and practical book helps educators, especially those newer … Read More
Teaching and GenAI Explorations: Research
ZoomGenerative AI tools are increasingly acting as “research assistants,” helping students brainstorm topics, locate sources, summarize complex texts, and plan projects. In this one-hour virtual session, we’ll explore several AI … Read More