Reciprocally, student perceptions of us, and our identities, also affect how and what they learn in courses. In this seminar, instructors will gather to discuss their experience of the effects of identity, their awareness of these issues, and how they manage reactions to their personal or perceived identities in the classroom. The discussion will be framed with a brief presentation of data and theoretical perspectives. As a group, we will focus on ways our choices can have the most positive effect on what we teach, how we teach, and on our contributions to the University from committees to communities. Come exchange ideas about teaching and learning with other GSIs who share similar interests.
Lunch is provided.
In this workshop, participants will collectively develop strategies for creating a comfortable yet stimulating classroom climate. Josette Banks, Doctoral Candidate in Psychology, and Colleen O'Brien, GSI in Women's Studies and English. This two-part program will help participants improve their skills as speakers in classroom settings. The sessions will demonstrate how to structure and deliver material in ways that improve student learning. By focusing on personal style and delivery, they will help each participant enhance his or her particular capabilities as a teacher speaking to students.