The 2026 New Teaching Assistant Orientation welcomes all new TAs at Rutgers University—New Brunswick! The virtual, asynchronous orientation is designed to address various teaching topics, such as preparing for the first day of class, dealing with common challenges, etc. Two Canvas sites will be available (general TA orientation for domestic and international TAs; and an accompanying … Read More
Overview Xenia Morin (Plant Biology, School of Environmental and Biological Sciences) will lead a discussion on syllabus and assignment policies for GenAI. We'll also explore how these policies connect to … Read More
Overview In this bonus session, guests Lucille Leung (Learning Centers) and Rick Anderson (University Online Education Services) will talk to us about the new GenAI resources and modules for students … Read More
Facilitators: Yhosep Barba Blanco, Jamie Kim Have 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 … Read More
Facilitators: Karen Bacalia, Sophia Fox-Dichter In 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. Audience: Graduate students and/or postdocs (register through the … Read More
Facilitator: Eric Leupold, Instructional Technologist, UOES In 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 … Read More
Overview Driven by curiosity and collaboration, TIIP’s SoTL Community of Practice offers a welcoming space for instructors to exchange ideas, reflect on classroom practices, and explore evidence-based teaching strategies. Whether … Read More
Location: Rutgers iTV Studio on Livingston Campus (14 Berrue Circle, Piscataway, NJ 08854) Facilitator: UOES staff Get an inside look at the Rutgers iTV Studio and discover the professional production spaces available to support high-quality course media. During this guided … Read More
Part of a six-session series from University Online Education Services (UOES), in partnership with TIIP. Each session consists of 60 minutes of content followed by a 30-minute work session. The … Read More
Learning Objectives Identify evidence-based teaching approaches based on research findings Apply research findings to student-focused efforts at Rutgers University Develop a preliminary action plan for implementation Description: Founded in … Read More
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 … Read More
Facilitators: Amirtha Giridhar, Karen Bacalia In this workshop, we will discuss how to manage your time as a Teaching Assistant, as well as how to find a balance your roles … Read More
Overview Anne-Michelle Marsden (Labor Management, School of Management and Labor Relations) will lead a discussion focusing on insights from student surveys on GenAI usage and what students want to know … Read More
Session Title: Promoting Peer Collaboration through Instructional Technologies Audience: Administrative staff, graduate students and/or postdocs, lecturers, teaching faculty (NTT), tenure-line faculty Facilitator: Mary Labrada, Sr. Instructional Designer, UOES Overview: In … Read More