Tuesday, October 04, 2022 - 12:40 p.m. to 1:40 p.m.
Conant Hall Room G02
Promote Critical Thinking in Your Course Through Course Design and Evidence-Based Teaching Methods
RSVP: T-SIG: Promote Critical Thinking RSVP Form
Resource: Teaching at its Best: A Research-Based Resource for College Teachers (4th Edition) by Linda B. Nilson
This Fall 2022 T-SIG will cover half of this book. The remaining content will be covered in the Spring 2023 T-SIG. Note: There is no requirement that you complete both semesters. Our explorations will include topics such as group work, discussions, case studies, problem-solving, and experiential learning.
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#1 Part 1: Preparation for Teaching We will examine course design and how to integrate critical thinking throughout your course | Monday 9/19/22 | OR | Tuesday 9/20/22 |
#2 Part 3: Tried-and-True Teaching Methods We will examine the merits of transfer appropriate practice, lecturing, discussion, experiential learning and student groups. | Monday 10/3/22 | OR | Tuesday 10/4/22 |
#3 Part 4: Inquiry-Based Methods for Solving Real-World Problems We will examine inquiry based learning, problem-based learning, and case studies. | Monday 10/17/22 | OR | Tuesday 10/18/22 |
#4 Planning for Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving Activities in your Course We will discuss how you can integrate more critical thinking and problem-solving activities in your course. We will draw upon what we discussed in the three book sections we read. | Monday 10/31/22 | OR | Tuesday 11/1/22 |