This fall, the CTE is excited to announce a series of four engaging webinars designed to introduce educators of all levels to foundational skill areas crucial for teaching and learning. The Foundations of Learning Series offers a comprehensive exploration of strategies and techniques to enhance your educational practices.
Here’s what to expect:
Strategies to Teach Toward Greater Equity
Monday, September 16, 12:00pm - 12:50pm
How do we view our students, and how can we harness their strengths and abilities to succeed? This webinar will explore the hidden curriculum of expectations shaped by the lenses through which we view our students. You will learn strategies to create more equitable teaching environments, ultimately empowering students and enhancing teaching practices.
From Theory to Action: Applying Constructivism and Connectivism to Your Teaching
Wednesday, October 2, 2:20pm - 3:10pm
How do you conceptualize learning, and how do you guide your students in integrating new knowledge and skills? This webinar will review key principles of cognitive constructivism, social constructivism, and connectivism. You will explore strategies to apply these theories to teaching, reflect on your impact on student learning, and consider how to implement them in your own practices.
Strategies for Active Learner Engagement
Monday, October 21, 1:10pm - 2:00pm
Do you want to learn techniques to involve your learners more actively in your course? This webinar will cover strategies for active learning and student engagement, including Universal Design for Learning (UDL). You will engage with small teaching strategies to design learning activities that you can apply immediately to enhance student engagement.
Motivation Matters
Wednesday, November 6, 9:40am - 10:30am
Do you want to help your learners become more motivated and persistent through challenges? This webinar will explore how to leverage motivation and emotion to create positive, engaging learning environments. You will analyze motivational theories and strategies to determine the best ways to support their learners.
Take advantage of this opportunity to enhance your teaching practices and empower your students. Join us for the and take the next step in your professional development journey!