TA training, inclusive teaching, a book talk, & the return of BRITE ideas.

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Upcoming Events All events are virtual and in Eastern time unless otherwise noted. TA Training Workshops Effective Use of Video in Teaching and Learning Tuesday, Jan. 25, 1 - 2 pm Learn more & register Sakai Overview: Teaching Tools, Assignments and Gradebook Thursday, Feb. 3, 1 - 2 pm Learn more & register Engaging Learners: Inclusive Online Discussions Thursday, Feb. 17, 1 - 2 pm Learn more & register This series is open to Duke faculty, staff, postdocs and graduate students who want to learn about current research, best practices, and university resources relevant to effective college teaching, learning and professional development. These workshops are offered in partnership with The Graduate School. Learn more and see the full series here. Book Talk Series: Academic Innovation for the Public Good In the Shadow of the Ivory Tower: How Universities are Plundering Our Cities Wednesday, Jan. 26, 7 - 8 pm A conversation with author Davarian Baldwin, professor of American Studies at Trinity College-Hartford. Organized by Stanford Digital Education and Trinity College-Hartford and co-sponsored by Duke Learning Innovation. Register Creating a Welcoming Class Inclusive Teaching Series, Session 1 Thursday, Jan. 27, 10 - 11 am As you begin a new semester, how can you ensure that your syllabus and course policies are inclusive? How do you set a tone for inclusion in your course? In this first session of our Spring series on inclusive teaching, we will look at best practices and share practical tips you can use in your class to get the semester off to a good start. Register The Changing Professor-Student Dynamic Talking About Teaching, Session 1 Friday, Jan. 28, 2 pm Beth McMurtrie and Beckie Supiano, Chronicle senior writers and authors of the weekly Teaching newsletter, host a monthly series of roundtable discussions with teaching experts to discuss trending topics. Learning Innovation is recommending this event offered by the Chronicle of Higher Education; this event is not sponsored by or affiliated with Duke University. Register Knowledge vs. Knowledge Structures: Implications for Teaching and Learning BRITE Ideas Monday, Feb. 7, 12 - 1 pm Learning Innovation and BRITE Lab invite you to join us for BRITE Ideas, a monthly discussion group to share and develop research on teaching and learning. This session will feature Ruth Day, Associate Professor of Psychology and Neuroscience. Please join us and contribute to an engaged discussion to advance teaching excellence at Duke. Register Conducting an Inclusive Class Inclusive Teaching Series, Session 2 Wednesday, Feb. 9, 10 - 11 am How do you create class activities that increase learning and engagement for everyone? How do you build trust with your students to maintain an equitable course for all learners and support your students when difficulties arise? In this session we will look at best practices and share ideas to make your class engaging and centered on student needs. Register We also feature teaching and learning events from other Duke units on our full calendar. Duke Learning Innovation The Bullpen 215 Morris Street, Suite 300 Durham, NC 27701 This email was sent to: newsletter@newslettercollector.com. Manage Preferences or Unsubscribe.