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:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251001T110000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251001T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250808T175623Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T180314Z UID:3199-1759316400-1759320000@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:AI as Teaching Companion - Prompting Focused (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, you will explore strategies for using Gen AI to enhance your pedagogical practices. Create GenAI-informed instructional materials\, lesson plans\, assessments\, and more by using prompts that enhance teaching tasks such as brainstorming\, designing\, and reviewing student learning activities. Evaluate AI-generated content for authenticity and quality. \nThis session can be used towards Competencies 1 & 4 of the Teaching and Generative AI Pathways. \nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/ai-as-teaching-companion-prompting-focused-virtual/ CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T120000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250902T135955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T160107Z UID:3279-1759492800-1759492800@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Troubleshooting Workshop on Teaching and Generative AI DESCRIPTION:Join a virtual “troubleshooting” workshop and discussion on teaching and generative AI. This is a repeat of the September 29th session. \n\nBoth workshops feature Lauren Goodlad\, editor of Critical AI and chair of the Critical AI @ Rutgers initiative\, and Sharon Stoerger\, Asst. Dean for Programs and Assessment in the School of Communication & Information. Topics will include in-class assessment strategies for teaching critical AI literacies\, precluding learning loss\, and maintaining academic integrity\, plus open discussion for troubleshooting and sharing ideas.  \n\nFor registration and additional inquiries\, email: criticalai@sas.rutgers.edu \n\n\nLearn more about the Design Justice Labs pathway to earning a badge in teaching Critical AI literacies through TIIP. The workshop can be applied to competencies 1\, 2\, and 4 for earning the badge. \n\n\nDownload Flyer URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/troubleshooting-workshop-on-teaching-and-generative-ai/ CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Critical AI":MAILTO:criticalai@sas.rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251003T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251003T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250820T193348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T190248Z UID:3230-1759492800-1759496400@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Developing Teaching and Diversity Statements for Academic Employment [Grad/Postdoc Workshop] DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Jamie Kim  \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 Classroom 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-teaching-and-diversity-statements-for-academic-employment-grad-postdoc-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251006T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251006T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250820T193517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T193517Z UID:3232-1759752000-1759755600@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Boosting Confidence as a TA in Classroom and Online Settings [Grad/Postdoc Workshop] DESCRIPTION:Facilitator: Gill Woody  \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 Classroom 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/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy (Graduate Student Teaching Development)":MAILTO:GradTeaching@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251007T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251007T113000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250811T172157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T172157Z UID:3216-1759831200-1759836600@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Demystifying Transparency: Intro to TILT DESCRIPTION:Description: What does real transparency look like in course design\, and why should it matter to your students? This session introduces the TILT (Transparency in Learning and Teaching) framework\, a simple\, research-based practice that enhances student engagement\, confidence\, and equity. We’ll explore how clarifying purpose\, tasks\, and criteria can transform assignments. Participants will also have time to “TILT” one of their own assignments\, so please come with one in mind.   \nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/demystifying-transparency-intro-to-tilt/ CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250805T175018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T175055Z UID:3146-1760090400-1760094000@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:A Virtual Community Reading & Discussion: The Present Professor (Session #2 of 4) DESCRIPTION:Description: This semester\, take time to pause\, reflect\, and reconnect by joining our four-part virtual book group on The Present Professor by Elizabeth Norell. This empowering book invites educators to consider what it truly means to teach with presence\, authenticity\, and purpose\, especially in times of burnout\, overload\, or disconnection. Through guided conversation and shared reflection\, we’ll also highlight the book’s emphasis on inclusive teaching practices that value diverse identities and experiences. Each 1-hour session offers a supportive space to reimagine your teaching life with greater intention\, equity\, and clarity. \n\n\nAudience: Open to all Rutgers instructors and administrative support staff. \n\n\nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/a-virtual-community-reading-discussion-the-present-professor-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Community Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sites.rutgers.edu/itiip/wp-content/uploads/sites/1243/2025/08/The-present-Professor-e1755866972836.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251010T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251010T133000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250825T183812Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T184150Z UID:3259-1760097600-1760103000@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:How to Develop and Communicate Learning Objectives for a Class Session DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in a career that involves teaching? This session is part of the Biomedical PostDoc Professional Development Days (PD3)\, and it also fulfills the Improving Your Classroom Skills certificate program for graduate students and postdocs. The session is open to all graduate students and postdocs across the New Brunswick/Piscataway community. The workshop will also explore effective strategies for communicating these learning objectives to students in ways that clarify expectations and enhance engagement. Transparent communication about learning goals helps students understand the purpose behind each class activity and fosters a more meaningful learning experience.   \nBring a course syllabus or come with an idea for a course that you hope to teach\, as the session will include interactive activities to apply these strategies in real time.  \nLunch will be served. This session is part of the Biomedical PostDoc Professional Development Days (PD3)\, and it is open to all graduate students and postdocs across the New Brunswick/Piscataway community. \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/how-to-develop-and-communicate-learning-objectives-for-a-class-session/ LOCATION:675 Hoes Lane West\, RWJMS Research Tower\, Deans Conference Room 123\, Piscataway (Busch Campus)\, in person CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251021T090000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251021T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20251006T184035Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T144232Z UID:3395-1761037200-1761062400@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:4th Annual Rutgers Neurodiversity Summit DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 4th Annual Neurodiversity Summit. In addition to an exceptional keynote speaker and individual workshop presenters and exhibitors\, our event has a dynamic new location: the College Ave Student Center. \nEvent highlights include: \n\nKeynote\, “Neurodiverse and Gifted: Building Supports and Community for Twice-Exceptional Learners\,” by Dr. Orla Dunne\, Academic Programme Manager\, Centre for Talented Youth Ireland\, Dublin City University\nWelcome by Dr. Francine Conway\, Chancellor\, Rutgers–New Brunswick\nRutgers Neurodiversity Advocacy Award presented by Dr. Christopher Manente\nEducational/Informational Sessions on Residence Life & Neurodiversity Dorms\, Academic & Social Support\, Employment Opportunities\, Mental Health Resources\, Clubs & Activities\, Community Safety\nAfternoon keynote\, “Digital Wellbeing: Healthier & Happier Living with Science & Technology\,” by Dr. Elizabeth Torres\, Rutgers Psychology\n\nWe have added even more space for our featured exhibitor tables that will allow a variety of Rutgers units (and some external partners) to showcase their department/unit’s commitment to ensuring greater access for neurodivergent staff\, faculty\, and students. There is no cost to individual units to be an exhibitor at this year’s conference. \nAll Rutgers students who attend and complete a Resource Fair Visitor Card will receive a $20 RU Express Gift Card. Open to faculty\, staff\, students\, and the community. Register by October 10 to attend individual workshops. \nAccessibility Services \n\nAccessible entrance\nMicrophones used to amplify sound\nAccessible seating available\n\nIf you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the access provided\, please call Amy Santoro at 848-445-3973 or email amy.santoro@rutgers.edu in advance of your participation. URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/4th-annual-rutgers-neurodiversity-summit/ LOCATION:College Ave Student Center Multipurpose Room/Main Lounge\, 126 College Avenue\, New Brunswick\, NJ\, 08901\, United States CATEGORIES:Learning Community ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250908T185745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T185745Z UID:3306-1761134400-1761138000@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Lecturer Faculty Community – October Gathering DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to connect with fellow lecturers at Rutgers? Then join the Lecturer Faculty Community\, a supportive\, interdisciplinary space to exchange ideas and discuss effective teaching practices!  Throughout the fall semester\, there will be monthly gatherings for which you will be asked to submit topics of interest in advance:  \n\nWednesday\, October 22\, 12-1pm \n\n\nMonday\, November 17\, 12-1pm \n\nWhether seeking inspiration\, new strategies\, or a sense of community\, you will find this space a valuable resource for professional growth.  \nAudience: Lecturers (please register through the link below or under “Website” at the bottom of this page)  \nREGISTER  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/lecturer-faculty-community-october-gathering/ CATEGORIES:Learning Community ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251022T133000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250820T193637Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T193637Z UID:3234-1761134400-1761139800@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Promoting Peer Collaboration through Instructional Technologies [Grad/Postdoc Workshop] DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Natalia Kouraeva\, Sr. Instructional Designer\, UOES  \nIn this workshop\, facilitated by University Online Education Services\, we will discuss frameworks designed to help set 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 to support your teaching and learning goals\, and how to craft effective collaborative assignments with Canvas tools\, PlayPosit\, Hypothesis\, and more. This session is part of TIIP’s Teaching with Technology 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/promoting-peer-collaboration-through-instructional-technologies-grad-postdoc-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Workshop ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy (Graduate Student Teaching Development)":MAILTO:GradTeaching@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251024T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251024T110000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20251013T211247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251013T211247Z UID:3408-1761300000-1761303600@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Tea & Teaching AI and Academic Integrity DESCRIPTION:Join us for a conversation with Melissa Backus\, Associate Director Office of Student Conduct and Julie Peters\, Director of the Carey Library at the School of Management and Labor Relations about academic integrity and AI usage. Over the past year\, many of us have experienced an uptick in academic integrity violations due to student AI usage. Whether it be the use of generative AI to complete writing assignments\, the fabrication of sources from AI generated searches\, or the use of AI to complete important equations\, problems and assignments needed to complete course learning goals\, students have been turning to AI in ways that could often violate our university Academic Integrity Policy.  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/tea-teaching-ai-and-academic-integrity/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Learning Community ORGANIZER;CN="SAS Office of Undergraduate Education":MAILTO:teachinglearning@sas.rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251024T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251024T131500 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250929T190015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T190358Z UID:3384-1761307200-1761311700@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Students Speak: How GenAI is Shaping the Learning Experience DESCRIPTION:What is it like to navigate college with Generative AI in the mix? In this 75-minute virtual panel\, Rutgers students will offer an honest look at how GenAI tools shape the way they learn\, study\, and interact with coursework. From practical benefits to unexpected hurdles\, panelists will share what’s working\, what’s not\, and what they wish instructors better understood about their experiences with AI in the classroom.  \nThis session fulfills Competencies 1 and 3 of the Teaching and Generative AI Pathways Program.  \nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/students-speak-how-genai-is-shaping-the-learning-experience/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Learning Community ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251027T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T130000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250820T193757Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T212703Z UID:3236-1761566400-1761742800@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:AI and Academic Integrity [Grad/Postdoc Workshop] DESCRIPTION:Facilitators: Clara Civiero\, Gill Woody  \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 Classroom 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  \n  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/ai-and-academic-integrity-grad-postdoc-workshop/ LOCATION:Virtual CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T093000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T103000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250915T210307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T210548Z UID:3338-1761730200-1761733800@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Teaching & Learning Community for Graduate Students and Postdocs DESCRIPTION:The Teaching & Learning Community for Graduate Students and Postdocs is a monthly Zoom-based gathering space where graduate students\, postdocs\, faculty\, and staff engage in conversations about teaching and learning in higher education. Each session is shaped by community members and offers opportunities to discuss pedagogy based on the scholarship of teaching and learning. To join the community\, please fill out this registration form.  URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/teaching-learning-community-for-graduate-students-and-postdocs-description/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Learning Community ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy (Graduate Student Teaching Development)":MAILTO:GradTeaching@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251030T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251030T160000 DTSTAMP:20260419T074654 CREATED:20250929T190142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T190448Z UID:3386-1761836400-1761840000@teaching.rutgers.edu SUMMARY:Fireside Chat: A Conversation with The Opposite of Cheating Authors DESCRIPTION:In July\, Rutgers instructors and staff came together for weekly conversations on academic integrity in the era of Generative AI. As part of those discussions\, we also explored The Opposite of Cheating by Drs. Bertram Gallant and Rettinger.  Now\, we’re excited to continue the conversation with a special “fireside chat” featuring the authors themselves. They’ll share their perspectives on cheating and Generative AI\, especially in light of how much has changed since the book’s publication. Audience members are encouraged to submit questions in advance and bring their own to the live session.  This session fulfills Competencies 2 and 3 of the Teaching and Generative AI Pathways Program.  \nREGISTER URL:https://teaching.rutgers.edu/event/fireside-chat-a-conversation-with-the-opposite-of-cheating-authors/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Learning Community ORGANIZER;CN="Institute for Teaching%2C Innovation%2C &%3B Inclusive Pedagogy":MAILTO:TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR