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 our course learning goals. Bring your own policy statements to share! Whether you're just starting to think about GenAI's impact on your classroom, actively experimenting … 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 you’re looking to spark new ideas, discuss pedagogical research, or connect with peers across disciplines, this community provides a supportive environment to recharge your teaching … 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 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 … 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 April 2027 digital accessibility deadline is closer than it looks, and AI can do work on accessibility that used to take hours. This session walks … 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 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 … 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 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 … 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 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 … Read More
Overview 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 … 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 about GenAI. Whether you’re just starting to think about GenAI’s impact on your classroom, actively experimenting with new approaches, questioning whether GenAI belongs in your teaching at all, … 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 Facilitators: Kevin Burkitt, Instructional Technologist, University Online Education Services … Read More
Overview 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. … Read More
Facilitated by: School of Arts and Sciences Office of Undergraduate Education Location: Room 332, Allison Road Classroom Building (Busch) From humanities papers to STEM lab reports, generative AI (GenAI) is affecting how students approach their writing. Whether you’re worried your current writing assignments are vulnerable to misuse of GenAI, or curious about ways students might productively use these tools, … Read More