Join 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
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. Audience: Administrative … Read More
Curious 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
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. Audience: Administrative … Read More
Interested in connecting with colleagues across Rutgers to think more deeply about generative AI in teaching and learning? Join our new Generative AI Community of Practice (GenAI CoP). We hope this to be a supportive, interdisciplinary space for shared learning, discussion, and collaboration. This virtual community is designed for ongoing conversation rather than one-off workshops. Select sessions may be … Read More
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 spring semester, there will be monthly gatherings for which you will be asked to submit topics of interest in advance: Thursday, January 29, 12:30-1:30 pm Thursday, February … Read More
While 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
Facilitators: Karen Harris, Senior Instructional Designer Hanna Kim, Senior Instructional Designer Kevin Burkitt, Instructional Technologist This workshop is an introduction to Gradescope, a grading tool that integrates in Canvas and can … Read More
This gathering is an opportunity for guidelines and individual help with a teaching philosophy statement, often a critical piece of a promotion packet. New to this community? Email TIIP at TeachingInstitute@rutgers.edu to join the community and receive more details. … Read More
Generative 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 research assistants (e.g., Consensus) and examine what they do well (and where they fall short). You will test a few tools hands-on and discuss how … Read More