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"I'm here because it's required": Strategies for Engaging Students in Core Courses

Jan 28, 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Student Engagement

Teaching a Core course can be rewarding, but it can also bring instructional challenges related to student motivation and engagement. In this Zoom session, we will explore strategies that help students recognize the relevance and purpose of Core courses, which can encourage deeper engagement. NB: This workshop counts toward CELT's Essentials in Teaching and Learning Badge.

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Teaching Statements and Portfolios

Feb 4, 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 AM

A teaching portfolio allows you to document your instructional accomplishments and provides an additional source of evidence, complementing student evaluations and peer reviews. This workshop will address the various components of a teaching portfolio with emphasis on writing a teaching philosophy statement as a means of communicating effectively to others about your teaching.

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Digital Accessibility Open Lab (via Zoom)

Feb 10, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Accessibility

As we approach the ADA digital accessibility deadline (April 24, 2026), CELT is offering a 2-hour Digital Accessibility Open Lab where instructors can get answers to their digital accessibility questions. Pop into the Zoom room at any time during the session. No registration needed.

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Building Rapport in the Classroom (ETL)

Feb 11, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Graduate TA

Supportive learning environments center on positive rapport with students. This workshop explores strategies for cultivating positive rapport and encouraging peer-to-peer connections. Participants will come away with practical strategies and approaches to build meaningful connections that enhance student learning. NB: This workshop counts towards CELT's Essentials in Teaching and Learning Badge.

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Ignite Learning: Coaching Students to Build Durable Knowledge

Feb 19, 2026, 2:00 – 2:30 PM
Student Engagement

The Ignite Learning Series dives into the science of learning to provide instructors with evidence-driven ideas for enhancing learning within their courses. In this session, we explore practical ways to coach students on how to study more effectively and efficiently while building more durable knowledge.  Please note, this 30-minute information session will be followed by an optional Q&A (~15minutes) where you can share ideas and ask additional questions.

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2026 GradTeach Live! Finals

Feb 26, 2026, 5:00 – 7:00 PM
Graduate TA

Join us for a lively, energetic event at the UK Esports Theater in the Cornerstone building featuring graduate student instructors from across the University delivering quick, engaging talks about their teaching philosophies and approaches.

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Co-Creating Rubrics with Students

Mar 3, 2026, 9:30 – 10:30 AM
Motivation, Student Engagement

In this interactive workshop, instructors will explore practical strategies for co-creating rubrics with students to foster transparency, engagement, and shared responsibility in assessment. Through examples and guided discussion, participants will leave with tools to implement collaborative rubric design in their own classrooms.

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Digital Accessibility Open Lab (via Zoom)

Mar 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Accessibility

As we approach the ADA digital accessibility deadline (April 24, 2026), CELT is offering a 2-hour Digital Accessibility Open Lab where instructors can get answers to their digital accessibility questions. Pop into the Zoom room at any time during the session. No registration needed. 

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Efficient Strategies in Student Feedback and Assessment

Apr 7, 2026, 10:00 – 11:00 AM
Assessment

Providing high-quality feedback to students—whether formative feedback on in-process work or summative assessment of completed assignments—is both one of the most important aspects of teaching and often one of the most time-intensive. This workshop focuses on making intentional and strategic use of that time by exploring feedback approaches, structures, and tools that can help instructors prioritize what matters most to support student learning.

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Digital Accessibility Open Lab (via Zoom)

Apr 14, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Accessibility

As we approach the ADA digital accessibility deadline (April 24, 2026), CELT is offering a 2-hour Digital Accessibility Open Lab where instructors can get answers to their digital accessibility questions. Pop into the Zoom room at any time during the session. No registration needed.

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