A variety of material s on specific teaching topics produced by FTAD Essays on Teaching Excellence , a national short paper series is distributed by FTAD through academic departments. Library FTAD maintains a library of books, periodicals, and subject files on college teaching topics for use by Ohio State instructors. FTAD's professional consultants will also conduct a literature search on a particular topic upon request. FTAD hosts special interest groups of faculty and TAs interested in specific topics, such as teaching in laboratory settings, collaborative learning, and multicultural teaching. FTAD provides consultation services for faculty and TAs about their teaching dilemmas, successes, and planning.
Consultants can also assist with portfolio construction or respond to other requests.
FTAD consultants can help faculty and TAs obtain good feedback on their teaching. Project Assistance FTAD consultants can help develop proposals, design studies, and implement programs on college teaching. FTAD can provide resources to university, college, and department committees on specific issues relating to college teaching. FTAD staff can assist with program evaluation of teaching projects. Program Planning and Coordination FTAD is responsible for planning and coordinating orientations for new faculty and TAs, as well as periodic presentations, workshops, and conferences on college teaching for the Ohio State community.