Course Design Institute
Thank you for your interest in the 2019/20 Course Design Institute (CDI)! The CDI supports instructors in re-imagining teaching and students’ learning through measurable actions. Selected participants will join colleagues from multiple disciplines to engage in transformative course design. Specifically, you will work to transform a course or dimension of a course.
The CTL has invited currently teaching faculty, lecturers, and staff to participate in the Course Desigin Institute, which has been designed to provide participants with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in developing engaging, effective, and equitable courses.
Call for Particpants: Register Now!
Benefits & Incentives:
Grant-funded: Professional development funds awarded per educator
Hands-on assistance and consultation in the process of developing or revising a course, including
focusing on course content, developing assessments, and creating effective learning experiencesProfessional development and networking
Fresh perspectives from colleagues in other departments
Opportunities for continued consultation and support beyond the Institute (eg., SoTL)
Receive a letter of completion for your professional development portfolio
Institute Dates
Fall 2019: Part I - Re-Imagine a Learning Experience
- October 21, 2019: CDI materials available in Canvas for review
- October 28, 2019: Working Session - 9a-1:30p (Scholar's Lab, Library 3rd Floor)
- Connect with a CTL instructional designer to develop/refine an action plan
- November 18, 2019: Share your design/redesign action plan with CDI colleagues - 9a-11a (Scholar's Lab, Library 3rd Floor)
Spring 2020: Part II - Create Your Learning Experience with Connections to QLT
- Janaury 15, 2020: CDI materials available in Canvas for review
- February 10, 2020: Working Session - 9a-11a (CTL Classroom - LIB 317)
- Connect with a CTL instructional designer to implement your action plan and develop a poster presentation
- April 24, 2020: Share your incredible work at the 2nd Annual Teaching Excellence Symposium