Explore basic concepts and frameworks in teaching and learning, and apply to developing a course syllabus, learning activities, and an assessment plan. This course is designed for graduate students in History, and students in other disciplines should contact the instructor for permission to enroll. Meets Wednesdays 3:30-5:25pm.
Certificate Core Course
College Science Teaching
Covers the fundamentals of learning theory and practical strategies for teaching science courses, while also developing community around this shared experience. The cohort will work together to learn the core themes of scientific teaching (active learning, assessment, and diversity) in theory so that they can make informed decisions about their teaching in the future. Two sections available in Spring 2026.
Capstone Seminar in Teaching and Learning
Synthesize and leverage your previous teaching professional development and experiences to prepare for the academic job market. Reflect on what you have learned, practice articulating your teaching and/or mentoring approaches in written and verbal contexts, and build community with peers. This hybrid course is mostly asynchronous online, with two online synchronous class meetings scheduled on Thursdays 11-11:55am.
Expeditions in Evidence-Based Teaching and Learning
Use experiential learning to explore evidence-based and inclusive teaching approaches within different higher education learning contexts. Learn effective approaches to course design and instruction through foundational concepts and observed practice. Wednesdays 1:20-3:15pm, starting January 21.