Center for Teaching Excellence

The 14^thAnnual Oktoberbest: A Symposium on Teaching will be Friday, October 6, 2023 at the University Conference Center. The Oktoberbest Call for Proposals seeks engaging and informative presentations that feature innovative approaches, research, practical advice, and exploratory perspectives on effective teaching practices. We also welcome presentations that focus on innovative assessment methods, prioritizing academic quality as a driver of student success.

The Center for Teaching Excellence has partnered with the TRIO Programs and the Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to offer the Intercultural Inclusion and Diversity Learning Series. This professional development series consists of 5 mandatory face-to-face sessions and is open to faculty and GTAs on the USC Columbia, Palmetto College, and USC School of Medicine campuses. The program can only accommodate up to 16 participants; so apply now. Application deadline is Thursday, August 31.

The focus of Technology for Online Teaching and Learning, a 6-week online course, is on integrating technology to transform learning environments. In this fully asynchronous course, instructors are introduced to the how’s, when’s and why’s of technology use. This course is a collaborative learning experience designed to give instructors an in-depth look at how to effectively teach online with technology.

Application Deadline: Sunday, September 24, 2023

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